Fabricator - Crusher Maintenance

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Cloudbreak – Fortescue’s Cloudbreak mine is located on the traditional lands of the Palyku and Nyiyaparli peoples.

Roster: 8D/6R – FIFO ex Perth, Busselton, Broome, Karratha, Port Hedland, Fitzroy Crossing and Kununurra.

Cloudbreak is seeking an experienced Fabricator to join the Fixed Plant Maintenance team, with a strong focus on mechanical maintenance and repairs across its crushing infrastructure.

This is a hands-on role suited to a trade-qualified Fabricator with strong mechanical aptitude and an interest in developing mechanical fitting skills. Working alongside experienced maintenance personnel, you will support the inspection, maintenance and repair of crushers and associated fixed plant equipment to ensure safe and reliable operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance, repairs and servicing on crushers and associated fixed plant equipment.
• Assist with the removal, replacement and installation of mechanical components.
• Undertake fabrication, welding and structural repairs as required.
• Support crusher inspections, fault finding and preventative maintenance activities.
• Work alongside Mechanical Fitters to troubleshoot equipment issues and minimise downtime.
• Assist with planned shutdowns, breakdown maintenance and equipment change-outs.
• Interpret technical drawings, maintenance procedures and equipment specifications.
• Maintain high safety standards and contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Trade qualification in Fabrication/Boilermaking (essential).
• Dual trade qualification in Mechanical Fitting highly regarded.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to undertake mechanical maintenance activities.
• Experience working on crushers, crushing circuits or fixed plant equipment desirable.
• Previous experience within mining, heavy industry or mineral processing environments.
• Ability to undertake mechanical repairs, component replacements and general maintenance tasks.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Commitment to safe work practices and working effectively within a maintenance team.

About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with its plan to decarbonise its 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. Its global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within the organisation and throughout the communities it interacts with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, the LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiversity, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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