Job Description
Maintainer Locomotive Electrical
  • 14/14 days and nights roster | FIFO from Perth to Port Hedland
  • Performance, Retention and Profit Share Bonuses
  • 18 Weeks paid Parental Leave for primary caregivers
  • Private health cover contribution for employees and immediate family

 

Our Vision:

As a leading iron ore producer, Hancock Iron Ore is helping secure the resources, jobs and prosperity that underpin the nation’s future. Guided by our vision to be the best mining company for Australia, we measure success not only by what we produce, but by the difference we make. We value creating opportunities, helping build regional and remote areas, and supporting Australian businesses by unlocking potential wherever it exists. Being 'For Australia' means delivering lasting benefits for today and for generations to come.

 

About the role:

The Rail Maintenance team is currently seeking a Maintainer Locomotive Electrical to join them on a 14 on, 14 off, days and nights FIFO roster based at Port Hedland. Reporting to the Superintendent Rail Maintenance, you will be responsible for preventative maintenance, repairs, and modifications on the Rollingstock fleet, track machines and Non-process infrastructure to OEM specifications.

 

This position also involves performing wheel set machining, supporting rolling stock recovery operations, and working as part of the maintenance team to ensure safe, efficient, and prompt inspections, servicing, and repairs.

Duties:

  • Complete scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repairs and approved modifications to OEM specifications.
  • Diagnose faults and carry out timely breakdown repairs to minimise asset downtime.
  • Support wheelset machining, rolling stock recovery and return-to-service activities.
  • Plan your work, prepare materials and accurately record maintenance activities in the computerised maintenance management system.
  • Apply safe systems of work, identify hazards and help improve maintenance procedures and equipment reliability
  • Assist in the development of risk assessment, WIN’s and procedures

 

Skills and Experience:

  • Australian Recognised Electrical Trade Qualification
  • Experience in the maintenance of locomotives, auxiliary equipment, track machinery, and wheel lathe/machining operations within the Mining industry
  • Competent with Maintenance Management systems and SAP
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

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About Hancock Iron Ore

Hancock Iron Ore has a portfolio of world-class iron ore operations located in West Australia’s Pilbara region, with a strong history of delivering reliable products for our customers in key international markets. We have four operating mines: Roy Hill, Miralga Creek, Sanjiv Ridge, and McPhee Creek, plus a range of exciting development opportunities.
 
We deliver more than 70 million tonnes of ore each year through our own two-berth port facility at Stanley Point and the multi-user Utah Point in Port Hedland, providing the materials needed to foster global economic growth and development. Leveraging established infrastructure, including our processing plant and 344km independently owned and operated heavy haul railway, our operation oversees each moment from when ore is mined through to when it is shipped.

Port Hedland Facilities

Our Port Hedland accommodation village is designed to make life on site comfortable and convenient. Employees enjoy modern accommodation, quality dining options, fitness facilities and a range of recreational and social activities, all within easy access to local amenities and services. Through our Lifestyle, Learning and Recreation program, we also offer activities and events that help employees and their families stay connected and engaged.

Equal Opportunity

Hancock Iron Ore is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, Veteran personnel and females to apply. We are a fair, diverse and welcoming workplace. We are proud of our relationships with our Traditional Owners and value the difference these partnerships make to the success of the project and to the lives of the people on whose land we operate.

Application Information

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

This advertisement will close no later than the Posting End Date specified.  We may close the advertisement early should suitable candidate/s be identified, so encourage prompt applications.

Recruitment Agency submissions will not be considered.
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Posting End Date:  17/11/2026

Please note that recruitment agencies are not invited to submit candidates for this position.
Information at a Glance
Business Unit:  Operations
Job Location:  Port Hedland (FIFO)
Apply now
Posting End Date:  17/11/2026

Please note that recruitment agencies are not invited to submit candidates for this position.