Belt Technical Coordinator

Fortescue • Perth, WA, AU • 1d ago

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Eliwana

Fortescue’s Eliwana mine is located on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama people.

Roster: 4D:3R – FIFO ex Perth

Eliwana is Fortescue’s US$1.275 billion development, including 143km of rail and a 30mtpa dry OPF. The mine will build on Fortescue’s development and construction capability, using the latest technology, autonomous trucks and design efficiency.

Reporting to the Engineering, Quality & Reliability Superintendent, this role will be responsible for repairing, maintaining and improving conveyor systems and equipment to meet operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert guidance on Steel Cord & Fabric Conveyor belt splicing and repairs
Management of Maintenance Strategies of Belt handling equipment such as winders, winches, vulcanisers and belt stands
Management of Maintenance Strategies of conveyor maintenance systems such as drives, belts, scrapers, frames, rollers and pulleys
Review & Development of Existing/New Work Instructions with relation to conveyor systems
Technical guidance in RCA process for belt/ conveyor system failures
Working in conjunction with Engineering, Mechanical and Planning on scheduled works
Monitoring the conveyor team’s weekly planned works, projects, breakdowns and shut works
Review of work required for upcoming weekly plans including estimation of resource requirements, consulting with suppliers and OEMs for ordering of all the necessary parts and materials etc.
Coordinating that all conveyor maintenance activities are undertaken in a safe and coordinated manner, in compliance with site standards and procedures and the relevant Australian Standards and WA Mines Safety and Inspection Regulations.
Monitor Conveyor Systems Asset Health in relation to plant operation
Maintain Safety & Belt hygiene standards across the fixed plant process

Qualifications and Experience

Level 3 Belt Splicing trade qualification
At least 15 years experienced in conveyor systems within the mining industry including failure analysis and plant optimisation
Strong understanding of both production and maintenance strategies for large-scale, continuous processing plants
Proven commitment to safety and zero harm
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team
Directed and implemented both large projects and small maintenance improvements
Proficiency in MS Office and SAP

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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