Control Systems Specialist - Green Fleet Development

At Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) we are leading the global energy transition by developing a portfolio of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects.

Our large scale, low-cost hydropower, geothermal, solar and wind assets will support establishment of green energy and green product industries around the world.

FFI is committed to building thriving communities by delivering social, environmental, and economic benefits.

Title: Control Systems Specialist

Work location: Predominantly Perth based, site travel as required

Roster: 5/2 Roster (Mon to Fri)

In support of Fortescue’s strong focus on green energy and our carbon neutrality targets, one of our key initiatives will be in our Green Fleet projects whereby we will develop and test a range of technologies to power our mining fleet

We are presently looking for an experienced Control Systems Specialist to join the Green Fleet Development team

Key accountabilities will include:

• Daily reporting
• Key interface between Engineering and Site Team
• Operation of the prototype NH3 Locomotive systems on a daily basis
• Daily maintenance and troubleshooting of NH3 prototype Locomotive
• Ensure work is completed in a safe manner and in line with HSEQ policies and procedures
• Ensure work is carried out to the highest quality standards and in line with QA systems
• Coordination of prototype refuelling activities

Qualifications and skills required:

• Experience in operating control systems with PID
• Industry experience in hydraulic systems, with capability of reading, interpreting and troubleshooting large P&ID’s
• Relevant trade qualifications
• Instrument tubing experience
• Sound knowledge of hydraulic and gas principals  
• Ability to work autonomously
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with multiple disciplines, including; hydraulics, piping, processing, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation
• Site based experience
• Proven pressure testing experience
• Proven understanding and ability to identify hazards
• Understanding of PLC (predominantly Siemens & Woodward) HMI operations and interface is desirable
• Experience in working with dangerous goods

Candidates must be able to bring a flexible mindset, challenge traditional thinking, and be prepared to work outside of their comfort zone.

Our values drive our culture and performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination.

Fortescue is deeply committed to providing a safe culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, and values diversity. We celebrate individual strengths and team members from all backgrounds 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 across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ community, gender, neuro diverse, 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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Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified