Fixed Plant Mechanical Tech

Fortescue Metals Group; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter to oversee maintenance tasks at Iron Bridge. The ideal candidate must have trade qualifications, solid site-based experience, and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment to high standards and supporting operational processes within the plant. This role values a strong commitment to safety and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in maintenance.
• Experience maintaining filter belts and pumping assets is vital.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Zero Harm principles.
• Conduct maintenance inspections and audits.
• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the processing plant.

Skills

Trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter or Fitter Turner

Site-based experience with fixed/wet plant equipment

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective written and verbal communication

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Forklift licence

HR (Heavy Rigid) licence

Elevated Work Platform (EWP) licence

Job description

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Work Location: Fortescue’s Iron Bridge project is located on the traditional lands of the Nyamal people.

Roster: 8D/6R/7N/7R – FIFO ex Perth

Reporting to the Operations & Maintenance Supervisor at Iron Bridge CHF, this role is responsible for all aspects of maintenance functions within the operational process plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote rigorous compliance with Zero Harm principles on a daily basis by ensuring all work is properly risk-assessed, with hazards effectively mitigated and controlled.
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed on time and to a high standard of quality.
• Conduct all required maintenance inspections and audits of the site and related facilities within designated timeframes.
• Ensure maintenance plans are fully executed, with all tasks completed in a timely, satisfactory, and high-quality manner.
• Assist in the day-to-day operational running of the processing plant.

Qualifications and Experience

• Trade-qualified Mechanical Fitter or Fitter Turner
• Minimum of 2 years’ site-based experience with fixed/wet plant equipment
• Proven experience maintaining filter belts and pumping assets
• Strong interpersonal skills, including effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP Highly Regarded:
• Forklift and/or Telehandler licence
• HR (Heavy Rigid) or CN (Crane) licence
• Elevated Work Platform (EWP) licence

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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