Civil Operator

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Hedland Operations- Fortescue’s Hedland Operations are located on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people.

Roster: 8 days on / 6 days off  – FIFO ex Perth or Residentially based in Port Hedland (relocation assistance offered)

Reporting to the Supervisor Civil Maintenance, we are seeking a safety-focused, self-motivated Civil Operator to join our Civil Infrastructure team at Hedland Operations.

In this full-time role, you’ll be responsible for the safe delivery of civil earthworks that support our Rail Infrastructure and Rail Maintenance Track network, helping to keep one of the world’s leading iron ore operations moving.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Put safety first, always complying with site and industry regulations.
• Demonstrate behaviours that align with The Fortescue Values.
• Complete pre-start checks, report defects, and maintain the safe, reliable operation of all plant.
• Safely and efficiently operate a range of mobile plant.
• Follow Supervisor instructions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Execute tasks to meet daily operational targets and business requirements.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with your team.
• Be flexible to work from various base camps along the rail network.
• Manage your time effectively to support operational priorities.
• Identify and communicate hazards in the workplace to support continuous safety improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ mobile plant operating experience, with relevant tickets.
• Civil earthworks experience (desirable).
• Valid WA Driver’s Licence.
• HR Driver’s Licence(MC licence desirable).
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and 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.