Structural Integrity Fabricator: Weld, Repair & Upgrade Plant

Fortescue; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue is seeking a skilled Fabricator to join the Structural Integrity Team at Cloudbreak mine in Western Australia. This role focuses on fabrication, repair, modification and maintenance of structural components across fixed plant infrastructure to ensure ongoing structural integrity, compliance and operational reliability.

You will work with engineering, maintenance and inspection teams to deliver high‑quality fabrication outcomes, reading drawings, following welding procedures, and

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Engineering Fabrication is required.
• Experience in heavy industry, mining, or fixed plant environments is needed.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings is essential.
• Demonstrated fabricating, repairing, and maintaining structural steel components.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, modify, and repair structural steel components from drawings and specs.
• Perform repairs on fixed plant infrastructure (conveyors, chutes, bins, walkways).
• Interpret welding procedures (WPS) and work instructions.
• Cut, grind, weld, gouge and fit to high standards.
• Assist with engineered structural upgrades and integrity projects.
• Collaborate with Structural Integrity Inspectors and Engineers.
• Ensure safety standards, procedures and quality requirements are followed.
• Complete documentation (work orders, JHA/JSA, inspection reports).
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe condition.
• Identify and report structural defects or risks.

Skills

Heavy industry experience

Read engineering drawings

Safety-focused

Current C Class Licence

Heights/Confined Space cert

Dogg/Rigging (desirable)

EWP licence (desirable)

Forklift (desirable)

Wear plate & hardfacing

Education

Cert III Engineering – Fabrication

Tools

N/A

Job description

Fortescue is seeking a skilled Fabricator to join the Structural Integrity Team at Cloudbreak mine in Western Australia. This role focuses on fabrication, repair, modification and maintenance of structural components across fixed plant infrastructure to ensure ongoing structural integrity, compliance and operational reliability.

You will work with engineering, maintenance and inspection teams to deliver high‑quality fabrication outcomes, reading drawings, following welding procedures, and