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.
Work Location:
Eliwana/Flying Fish - Fortescue's Eliwana mine is located on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama people, located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, 90 kilometres west of Tom Price.
Roster:
8 days on, 6 days off - FIFO Ex Perth
We are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to join our Fortescue Zero team at Eliwana, supporting the rollout and ongoing operation of our first of class battery-electric fleet and Fortescue Zero Power systems.
Working closely with site maintenance and operations teams, you will provide hands-on technical expertise in equipment inspection, servicing, fault diagnosis and repairs to ensure safe, reliable performance. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative mining technology while supporting equipment reliability, operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct planned inspections, preventative maintenance, servicing and repairs on battery-electric equipment
Diagnose and troubleshoot faults across high-voltage power systems, charging interfaces, controls, cooling and auxiliary systems
Respond to equipment breakdowns, assess operational impacts and coordinate timely corrective actions
Utilise diagnostic tools, technical schematics and fleet data to identify faults and verify repairs
Complete post-maintenance inspections, functional testing and equipment return-to-service checks
Collaborate with site maintenance and operations teams to prioritise work and minimise equipment downtime
Provide technical guidance and fault-finding support to site personnel
Maintain accurate service records, fault reports, work orders and equipment performance data




Escalate complex or recurring technical issues and support root-cause investigations
Contribute to continuous improvement through equipment reliability feedback and technical reporting.
Qualifications and Experience
Degree-level engineering qualification, relevant trade qualification or recognised apprenticeship in electrical, mechanical, mechatronics or heavy equipment disciplines
Minimum five years' experience in field service, heavy equipment maintenance, commissioning or technical support
Practical experience working with high-voltage electrical systems
Experience with battery-electric vehicles, energy storage, power electronics or electric drive systems is highly regarded
Current high-voltage training and authorisation, or the ability to obtain required certifications
Robust diagnostic and troubleshooting skills using technical documentation, testing equipment and digital diagnostic tools
Experience working within mining or industrial operational environments, including site safety systems
Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate service records and communicate technical information effectively
Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate maintenance activities and manage competing priorities
Current driver's licence and ability to meet site access, roster and fitness requirements.
Our Commitment
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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📌 Field Service Engineer - Battery Power Systems (Tom Price)
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