Supervisor Mobile Maintenance

About the Company

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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About the Role

Location: Eliwana/Flying Fish, Pilbara region, Western Australia (90 km west of Tom Price).

Roster: 7 days, 7 nights, 14 off – FIFO from Perth

Reporting to the SME Maintenance Superintendent, your role is critical to the success and culture of the SME Maintenance team. This position is a key leadership role for the department and is responsible for leading and mentoring a team of trades personnel to safely deliver world class fleet availability and reliability. You will establish and maintain a workplace culture led by our values, be willing to adapt to innovative technology and learn new disciplines to consistently promote excellence through application of values and visual leadership.

The SME fleet consists of a wide variety of mining support equipment, including a fleet of Scania triple road trains; Toyota and Ford LV’s; Isuzu, MAN, and Volvo light trucks; CAT Ancillary equipment including skid steers, graders, loaders and diggers and a new and exciting fleet of battery electric assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain fleet availability and reliability above KPI targets
• Review and conduct weekly plan of service and backlog repairs
• Maintain maintenance facilities to high standards of organization and cleanliness
• Ensure all maintenance activities meet the required Fortescue HSE standards and procedures
• Ensure parts return process is followed
• Adapting to innovative technologies with Autonomy and Fleet Management
• Willingness to learn new disciplines and skills to build towards a Green future and Decarbonization of our business

Qualifications & Certifications

• Australian-recognised trade qualification as a Heavy Diesel Mechanic or Auto Electrician
• Statutory Supervisor Schedule 26

About You / Requirements

• Extensive experience working in Heavy Road Transport or Mobile Equipment environments
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop diverse teams, especially in environments embracing change and innovation.
• Experience in planning and scheduling maintenance activities (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Strong knowledge of Mines Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety legislation, and other relevant regulations.
• Understanding of HR/IR practices, including career path development.
• Ability to conduct thorough quality risk assessments.

What’s On Offer / Benefits