HD Fitter

Our Opportunity

Location: Christmas Creek, located on the traditional lands of the Nyiyaparli people.

Roster: 7D/7N/14R - FIFO ex Perth

Fortescue is seeking experienced and dedicated HD Fitters to join our Ancillary Team, Diggers & Drills Team, and Trucks Team at Christmas Creek. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring our heavy mobile equipment operates safely and efficiently, supporting the mine's ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on heavy mobile equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems to minimise downtime.
• Conduct equipment inspections and implement preventative maintenance measures.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve performance targets and maintain operational efficiency.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with Fortescue’s policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience as a Heavy Diesel Fitter within the mining industry, with expertise in one or more of the following:
  • Ancillary equipment: CAT - loaders, graders, dozers and service trucks.
  • Diggers and drills: hydraulic shovels, excavators, and rotary drills.
  • Haul trucks: CAT 793/797 or Komatsu 930E/830E.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience working with hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (or equivalent).
• High attention to detail, troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to safety.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively as part of a team.

About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub. 

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.