Workshop Supervisor

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 Opportunity

Work Location:

Fortescue’s Solomon mine is located on the traditional lands of the Eastern Guruma and Yindjibarndi peoples.

Roster: 

8D6R - FIFO ex Perth

Be part of our groundbreaking initiative as the Mine Services Department establishes a Contractor Workshop Facility. Your role will ensure all maintenance activities align with Fortescue's high standards and Schedule 26 requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive compliance with BMS obligations, managing incidents, hazards, and proactive actions.
• Lead "Field Leadership" initiatives daily, fostering a culture of safety excellence. Collaborate with contractors on process and safety enhancements.
• Uphold Fortescue's Code of Conduct, policies, and procedures.
• Mentor and support personnel in the workshop environment
• Identify and implement industry best practices.
• Ensure all maintenance tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Qualifications and Experience

• Mechanical HD Mobile Plant Trade qualification.
• Cert IV in Front Line Management / Project Management desirable.
• Minimum 5 years experience in maintenance management and supervision, preferably in mining.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Well developed communication and interpersonal skill to communicate at all levels.

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.

https://fortescue.com/careers 

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.