Belt Technician

Fortescue has an exciting future ahead. As well as producing over 180 million tonnes of iron ore per year, we’re diversifying our business to become an integrated global green energy and resources company.

Belt Technician

Work Location: Fortescue’s Eliwana mine is located on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama people.

Roster: 7D7N7R – FIFO ex Perth and Busselton.

Our Fixed Plant Belt Technicians are responsible for repairing, maintaining and improving Conveyor systems and equipment to safely deliver optimum availability and reliability.

Key responsibilities include:

• Establish & maintain a Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) focused operating culture, in line with Fortescue standards
• Carry out conveyor cleaner refurbishments, adjustments and installations
• Conveyor system maintenance including roller changes, roller frame change out & repairs, skirt replacement & repairs, installation of tracking devices
• Inspect, clean and adjust conveyor cleaners during operation
• Strive to achieve continuous improvement in belt hygiene across the fixed plant process
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and log all information into the asset management app (PDS)

Qualifications and Experience:

• Mechanical Trade/Belt Splicing qualification or similar
• Belt cleaner maintenance certificate
• Experience in a fixed plant continuous processing plant
• Strong understanding of production and maintenance strategies for continuous processing plants
• Proven commitment to safety and zero harm
• SAP, PDS experience desirable

Our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Candidates from all backgrounds and ages are encouraged to apply, including First Nations People, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities and those with neurodiverse, intersectional, or multiple diverse characteristics.

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Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified.