Train Controller Advanced

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Perth CBD office, on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people.

Roster: 2 Days On / 3 Nights On / 4 Days Off | 3 Days On /2 Nights On / 5 Days Off | 2 Days On / 2 Nights On / 5 Days Off

We’re seeking an experienced Advanced Train Controller to join our high-performing Port Hedland Operations team, based in our state-of-the-art Fortescue Centre in Perth.

In this critical role, you’ll be at the heart of Fortescue’s rail operations—coordinating movements across one of the most dynamic heavy haul rail networks in the world. Your decisions will directly impact safety, efficiency, and production outcomes across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Control and optimise train movements across the rail network to maximise efficiency and throughput
• Develop and maintain accurate train plans and train graphs (24+ hours in advance)
• Collaborate closely with port, mine, and maintenance teams to align operational priorities
• Monitor live operations and proactively manage disruptions, delays, and constraints
• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance network performance
• Provide strong safety leadership, ensuring compliance with all rail, environmental, and heritage requirements
• Coach and mentor team members, supporting a capable and high-performing team

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience as a Train Controller, ideally within heavy haul rail operations
• Strong knowledge of manual and electronic train control systems
• Solid understanding of Safe Working Procedures and radio communication protocols
• Ability to make confident decisions under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong planning, organisation, and problem-solving capability
• Proficiency with operational systems and Microsoft-based tools
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to work autonomously

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.

https://fortescue.com/careers 

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.