Condition Monitoring Technician -  Vibration Analysis (Entry Level)

Our Opportunity

Role: Condition Monitoring Technician –  Vibration Analysis (Entry Level)

Location: Port Hedland Operations

Roster: 5 days on / 2 days off Residential Port Hedland

Fortescue’s Port Hedland Operations are located on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people. We acknowledge their continuing connection to land, waters and community and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

Fortescue is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Condition Monitoring Team at Port Hedland in an entry-level condition monitoring role.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a mechanical or electrical background who is looking to build a career in asset reliability and condition monitoring. You will receive on-the-job training, mentoring and exposure to a range of condition monitoring techniques while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive team environment.

This entry-level role is ideal for someone with a mechanical or electrical background who is looking to build a career in asset reliability. You will support condition monitoring activities across critical Port Hedland fixed plant and materials handling assets, identifying reliability issues and early indicators of failure to help extend asset life and reduce unplanned downtime.

You will be supported through on-the-job training and mentoring while working alongside experienced Condition Monitoring and Reliability professionals in a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with condition monitoring inspections across fixed plant equipment, including vibration analysis, thermography, acoustic and lubrication-related activities.
• Collect, record and help analyse condition monitoring data under the guidance of senior team members.
• Support the preparation of reports and communicate findings to maintenance and operations teams.
• Assist with investigations and basic root cause analysis activities as required.
• Maintain and update condition monitoring databases such as MHM (Machinery Health Manager), AHM (Asset Health Manager), ALS Webtrieve, and SAP.
• Support the installation and basic maintenance of remote and wireless vibration monitoring systems.
• Work safely at all times and contribute positively to Fortescue’s strong safety and continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications and Experience

• Mechanical trade or tertiary qualification (essential)
• Previous exposure to vibration analysis, thermography or lubrication (essential)
• Category 1 Vibration Analysis certification with a sound knowledge and experience in VA techniques (essential)
• Ultrasonic (acoustic) emission certification and experience (advantageous).
• Thermography Cat 1 certification and experience (advantageous).
• Interest in condition monitoring, asset reliability or maintenance engineering
• Willingness to obtain relevant certifications (training and support provided)
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn from others
• A proactive, team-focused attitude and commitment to working safely and respectfully

Why Join Fortescue?

• Build a career in condition monitoring and wear management within a major port operation
• Gain exposure to large-scale port assets, conveyors, stackers, reclaimers and ship loaders
• Access structured training, mentoring and certification development
• Be part of a values-driven organisation focused on safety, innovation and continuous improvement

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.