Belt Technician

Fortescue Metals Group; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Ontario is seeking an experienced professional to maintain and repair conveyor systems at their Cloudbreak mine. Responsibilities include splicing conveyor belts, conducting preventative maintenance, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates should possess a Level 2 or 3 Belt Splicing Trade Qualification and have significant experience in a fixed plant continuous processing environment. This role offers an opportunity to be part of a global effort towards decarbonisation and inclusivity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fixed plant continuous processing environment.
• Proven commitment to safety and zero harm.
• Strong understanding of production and maintenance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Carry out conveyor belt splicing and repairs.
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections.
• Maintain safety & belt hygiene standards.

Skills

Belt Splicing Trade Qualification

Computer maintenance management systems

Production and maintenance strategies

Safety commitment

Education

Level 2 or 3 Belt Splicing Trade Qualification

Job description

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

Roster:7D7N14R - FIFO from Perth

This role will be responsible for repairing, maintaining and improving conveyor systems and equipment to meet operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out steel cord & fabric conveyor belt splicing and repairs
• Lag pulleys on site with cold vulcanized lagging in compliance with Fortescue work standards
• Apply rubber linings to pipes, spools, launders, chutes etc
• Conveyor system maintenance including but not limited to roller changes, roller frame change out & repairs, skirt replacement & repairs, installation of tracking devices
• Maintain safety & belt hygiene standards across the fixed plant process
• Operate mechanical conveyor belt handling equipment such as winders, winches and belt stands
• Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and log all information into the asset management app (PDS)

Qualifications and Experience

• Level 2 or 3 Belt Splicing Trade Qualification or similar.
• Knowledge and experience in computer maintenance management systems
• Significant experience in a fixed plant continuous processing plant
• Strong understanding of both production and maintenance strategies for large-scale, continuous processing plants
• Proven commitment to safety and zero harm

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.

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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.