Supervisor Electrical Technical

Our Opportunity

Work location: Fortescues Hedland Operations are located on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people

Roster: 8 days on 6 off FIFO OR RESIDENTIAL

Reporting to the Electrical maintenance Maintenance Superintendent this maintenance position offers a key role for our Port Electrical team. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of Electrical Maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and lead a team of Electrical Technicians and Permit Coordinators, ensuring they adhere to safety protocols and standards

Manage work schedules, delegate tasks, and monitor the progress of electrical projects.

Oversee the management of High Voltage transformers, switchgear, and associated assets.

Provide technical support and guidance to resolve complex electrical issues on-site.

Coordinate with contractors for maintenance tasks and project execution.

Collaborate with the Energy & Power team to address site power requirements and configure the HV network.

Ensure compliance with Australian Standards, regulations, and company procedures.

Oversee the management and maintenance strategies for Variable Speed Drives (VSDs).

Utilize and be proficient in the SAP Work Management System for operational efficiency

Lead the maintenance strategy for instrumentation on site

Qualifications and Experience

Engineering or electrical trade qualification is a must with a Current A Grade Electrical Licence, candidates with significant electrical maintenance experience also highly regarded.

At least 5 years supervisory experience in a similar role leading a team of electricians

Experience in High Voltage, VSD, and Motor electrical maintenance including electrical systems designed for train unloaders, large scale conveyor belts and balance machines

Experience with fixed plant commissioning

Troubleshooting capacity of complex electrical systems

Work management knowledge, including SAP systems

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.