Electrician

Fortescue Metals Group; Scenic Rim Regional; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue Metals Group at Christmas Creek is seeking experienced Electricians to support the reliability and performance of Ore Processing Facilities. You will perform preventative and breakdown maintenance on fixed plant equipment, diagnose faults, and contribute to continuous improvement in a fast-paced mining environment.

Join a safety-driven team at a site committed to sustainable operations. WA A Class Electrical Workers Licence and C Class Driver’s Licence are required, with FIFO from

Qualifications

• Qualified electrician with Australian certification and WA A Class licence.
• Experience maintaining fixed plant equipment in a mining environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical schematics, isolation procedures, and safety.
• Capable of preventative and breakdown maintenance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve fixed plant reliability through preventative and breakdown maintenance.
• Inspect, repair and maintain OPF assets on site.
• Diagnose faults and troubleshoot electrical issues safely and efficiently.
• Raise notifications and work orders in maintenance systems and support shutdowns.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Fixed plant maintenance

Electrical schematics

Preventative maintenance

Safety awareness

Education

Electrical Trade Qualification

WA A Class Electrical Workers Licence

C Class Driver’s Licence

Job description

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Location: Christmas Creek - located on the traditional lands of the Nyiyaparli people

Roster: 7 Days / 7 Ninghts / 14 Off- FIFO from Perth, Busselton, Kununurra, Fitzroy Crossing, Broome, Port Hedland or Karratha

At Fortescue, we’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and innovative workplace where our people can thrive. We are currently seeking experienced Electricians to join our Christmas Creek operations team, supporting the reliability and performance of our Ore Processing Facilities (OPF).

This is an exciting opportunity to work with industry-leading equipment in a fast-paced mining environment while contributing to the future of green industry and sustainable operations.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving fixed plant reliability through both preventative and breakdown maintenance activities. Your duties will include:

• Conducting breakdown and preventative maintenance on OPF assets
• Performing daily inspections, repairs, and maintenance of fixed plant equipment
• Diagnosing faults and troubleshooting electrical issues efficiently and safely
• Identifying and supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Raising notifications and work orders within maintenance systems
• Completing modular and shutdown maintenance activities
• Carrying out statutory testing and inspections in line with site requirements
• Ensuring compliance with AS3000, Work Health Regulations, and relevant Act

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant Australian recognised Electrical Trade Qualification
• Current WA ‘A’ Class Electrical Workers Licence
• Current C Class Driver’s Licence
• Demonstrated experience maintaining fixed plant equipment within a mining environment
• Experience with maintenance and troubleshooting of Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, isolation procedures, and permitting systems
• A strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvemen

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.