Automation Technology Specialist

Fortescue is both a proud West Australian company and a global green solutions business. We are recognised for our culture, innovation and industry-leading development of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy initiatives.

Work Location: Iron Bridge

• Fortescue's Iron Bridge project is located on the traditional lands of the Nyamal people.

Roster:

8D/6R - FIFO ex Perth

Reporting to the Site based supervisor, this Specialist installs, maintains and improves Automation products at a site level using an advanced understanding of mobile autonomy and is proficient in supporting the entire Automation product portfolio. This position fulfils a technical role on an 8:6 roster within the Mobile Automation crew, providing site-based support to the Project team. The Automation Specialist will provide guidance and mentoring to stakeholder technicians and maintenance tradespeople, provide day to day technical assistance, create documentation and provide advice for best maintenance practices.

• Delivering a safe working environment and the safe execution of all installation, maintenance, and support activities.
• Efficiently communicate work scope to leadership and colleagues during handovers
• Represent Fortescue and Technology & Automation values by upholding the standard of work, equipment care and personal work ethics
• Work with other stakeholders to strengthen their ability to perform maintenance and support where possible. Determine how much guidance an individual need to complete a task successfully, and support stakeholders' ability to self-perform
• Critique own performance as a means of self-improvement.
  • Set high standards of work performance for self.
  • Set high standards of performance for team, group, or others.
  • Review others' work for quality. Set examples of high-quality work for direct reports. Review products or materials for quality.
• Diagnose and fault find logically, using a range of tools and resources available.
• Diagnose complex faults and articulate the problem/solution succinctly for all level of audiences.
• Undertake all tasks with the correct level of risk assessment to complete the task safely.
• Produce reports on fault found and recommended ICA (if known).

• Minimum 5 years working in an Automotive Electrical technician, Mechanical fitter or similar heavy mobile equipment role.
• 3 years' experience with fleet management, autonomous control systems or similar, within a mining technology site support role highly desirable
• Minimum trade qualification in mechanical, electrical or network disciplines.
• Technology courses at a certificate III, Diploma or similar highly beneficial.
• Advanced knowledge of Global Positioning Technology, WIFI/LTE Networking Principles, CAN and Serial systems
• Able to apply root cause analysis and drive continuous improvement to increase the reliability of technology products on all HME.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of the regulations and procedures governing Fortescue's autonomous operations and maintenance activities
• In-depth understanding of installing, calibrating, and commissioning AHS, ADS or similar technologies.
• Able to use SAP, BMS and other Fortescue systems efficiently

Fortescue is deeply committed to providing a safe culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, and values diversity. We celebrate individual strengths and team members from all backgrounds 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 across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ 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.