Reliability Engineer

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: Port Hedland, Western Australia, Fortescue’s Port Hedland operations are located on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people.

Roster: 8 Days On / 6 Days Off – FIFO ex Perth

We are seeking a motivated and technically capable Reliability Engineer to join our Engineering & Reliability team at Fortescue’s Hedland Operations Port Facility.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in driving equipment reliability, defect elimination and process optimisation across our Port operations. You will work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams to identify improvement opportunities, solve complex technical problems and deliver sustainable reliability outcomes that enhance safety and productivity.

This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who thrives on data-driven decision-making, enjoys working in a fast-paced operational environment and is passionate about continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion Fortescue’s commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental standards in all aspects of work.
• Lead and facilitate root cause analysis (RCA) investigations and develop effective corrective actions.
• Apply reliability engineering principles and data analysis to identify performance trends and eliminate equipment defects.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase equipment availability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide innovative and practical technical solutions.
• Assist in developing and maintaining accurate downtime and performance reporting systems.
• Mentor and support graduate engineers to build technical capability within the team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in reliability or maintenance engineering, ideally within the resources sector.
• Strong understanding of reliability methodologies such as FMECA, RCM and RCA.
• Experience in condition monitoring techniques and data interpretation.
• Proficiency with SAP or similar maintenance management systems (preferred).
• Sound knowledge of mining legislation, safety regulations and operational standards.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a world-class resources business leading the transition to green energy.
• Work with a high-performing team that values collaboration, safety and innovation.
• Enjoy a 8D/6R FIFO roster offering great work-life balance.
• Access professional development and growth opportunities within a global company.
• Join a workplace that celebrates diversity, inclusion and respect.

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.