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Dewatering Mechanical - Leading Hand


Company : Fortescue


Location : Dungog, New South Wales


Created : 2026-05-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Our Opportunity Work Location: Chichester Hub - Fortescues Chichester operations are located on the traditional lands of the Palyku and Nyiyaparli peoples. Roster: 8D/6R - FIFO ex Perth, Busselton, Broome, Karratha, Port Hedland, Fitzroy Crossing and Kununurra The Mechanical Leading Hand is responsible for providing frontline leadership and technical support within the Central Zone Water Management team. This role ensures safe and efficient dewatering operations while maintaining fleet availability and driving operational performance. Key Responsibilities Champion a strong safety-first and Zero Harm culture Ensure correct work management processes to maximise fleet availability Provide leadership coverage and day-to-day team direction Prioritise breakdown work to achieve departmental KPIs Provide in-field technical support to the team Support development and mentoring of new team members Raise notifications, close work orders and complete time confirmations in SAP Collaborate with Operations and Mining to achieve best outcomes Qualifications And Experience Extensive experience in Dewatering Operations Demonstrated people leadership experience DEMIRS Legislation Exam - Schedule 26 Statutory Supervisor Strong knowledge of pumping fundamentals Rigging and Dogging ticket Franna crane ticket Experience using SAP and computer-based maintenance systems (Cat Parts preferred) Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr