Pipe Layer

Fortescue Metals Group; Southwestern Ontario; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining and renewable energy company in Southwestern Ontario is seeking a Pipeline Maintenance Support specialist for Fortescue’s Iron Bridge Project. The role involves conducting inspections, maintenance, and repairs on GRP pipelines, ensuring asset integrity and efficient operations in a remote environment. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in pipeline work and remote locations, along with the necessary certifications. Join a diverse team committed to innovative practices and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of pipeline and drainage experience is required.
• Experience working in remote locations (FIFO) for 3–5 years.
• Must have experience in GRP pipeline work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections and daily maintenance routines.
• Provide recommendations to improve asset reliability.
• Replace GRP pipelines within required timeframes.

Skills

Pipeline and drainage experience

Remote work experience

Excavators operation

Loaders operation

Truck operation

SAP software exposure

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

HR Driver’s License

Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying)

Job description

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Work Location: Fortescue’s Iron Bridge Project, on the traditional lands of the Nyamal People

Roster: 14D 7R FIFO ex Perth or DIDO ex Port Hedland

Reporting to the Supervisor West Canning Basin, this role is responsible for supporting the long-term integrity and performance of plant assets through inspections, maintenance repairs, pipeline hygiene, and accurate reporting. The position works within a small, remote team and includes the repair and replacement of GRP pipelines in line with Fortescue and design standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct visual inspections and complete daily pipeline hygiene and maintenance routines.
• Provide recommendations to improve asset reliability across the West Canning Basin.
• Replace GRP pipelines and couplings within required timeframes.
• Operate service trucks, support equipment, and machinery to facilitate operational activities.
• Ensure all plant defects are captured and raised in SAP in accordance with Work Management processes.
• Work collaboratively with the team to maintain safe and effective operations in a remote environment.

Qualifications and Experience

• 3–5-year pipeline and drainage experience
• 3–5-year experience working in remote location (FIFO)
• Experience operating machinery Excavators, Loaders, Truck
• HR Driver’s License
• Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying)
• Experience in GRP Pipeline work
• Exposure to SAP and Microsoft Office

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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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.