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Form of workPrincipal Engineer - Track Country/Region: AU State: WA City: Port Hedland Job ID: 3518 About
Us 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. Our Opportunity
Work Location: Hedland Operations - Fortescue’s Hedland Operations are located on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people. Roster: 4/3D – FIFO ex Perth We're looking a skilled Principal Engineer of Track to join the Engineering team at Hedland Operations.
As a Principal Engineer, you'll work within a dynamic and collaborative team dedicated to optimising heavy haul railway operations. Key Responsibilities Liaise with key stakeholders regularly such as Safety, Operations, RSM, Procurement, and others. Monitor performance of key track assets including rails, turnouts, hydraulic machines, bridge structures, and bearings.
Lead design specification preparation of track assets and components, including acquisition and modifications. Lead engineering technical documentation preparation, review & approvals. Technical interface for discipline related decarbonisation projects, particularly in electrification of track maintenance assets.
Coordinate with accreditation bodies and regulators for the introduction of new track technologies. Act as the technical authority on rail safety matters. Lead investigations into engineering failures and conduct reliability reviews.
Develop life cycle assessments for track assets and implement monitoring and replacement plans. Support the central asset management team in implementing best practices for track management and strategic planning. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor of Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.
Substantial years of related experience with track, ideally in the rail freight…
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