Maintenance Principal East

Maintenance Principal East

Position Number: Maintenance Principal East

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Based in Port Hedland - Relocation Included

• Attractive Salary: Salary $227,812 per annum + 13% Superannuation
• Based in Port Hedland - Relocation Included
• Housing, Electricity & Water provided - you will pay no more than $105 p/w

About the Role

Here at Pilbara Ports, we want to help our communities and customers thrive. We know our success is defined by the success of the communities in which we live and work - this ethos lies at the heart of what we do.

We are committed to advancing an inclusive and diverse workplace culture where people feel engaged, included, valued, and respected. We are proud of the talent and diversity of our workforce - our people are key to our current and future success.

This is a great opportunity to be part of the world’s largest bulk export port authority, encompassing the operating ports of Ashburton, Dampier, Port Hedland and Varanus Island, and five future port sites. The Maintenance Principal East provides leadership, direction and guidance to the Mechanical and Civil Maintenance teams to ensure the safe, reliable and efficient performance of Pilbara Ports owned assets at the Port of Port Hedland, including the Utah Bulk Handling Facility, Eastern Harbour and Lumsden Point.

Working closely with the Terminal Operations Manager East Pilbara, Supervisors, Asset Planning, Engineering and Major Projects teams, this role is responsible for driving effective maintenance planning, contractor performance and continuous improvement to support operational reliability and asset integrity.

About You

This role will suit you if you enjoy diversity, seek out opportunities for growth, and connect with Pilbara Ports' values of Safety, Excellence, Teamwork, Integrity and Care.

You are a qualified and experienced maintenance or engineering leader with a strong background in heavy industry, ports or similar asset‑intensive environments. You bring proven experience leading multidisciplinary maintenance teams in safety‑critical operations and are motivated by asset reliability, operational excellence and continuous improvement.

You are a highly effective communicator who builds strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve safe, compliant and efficient maintenance outcomes.

With demonstrated experience in large scale fixed plant operations and maintenance, you are adept at managing competing priorities while ensuring strong compliance across safety, risk and environmental obligations.

The Benefits

Our employees are rewarded with a range of benefits which include:

• 13% superannuation
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Housing, Electricity & Water provided - you will pay no more than $105 per week
• Relocation Assistance
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Employee and Service Recognition Reward Programs
• Height adjustable desks and ergonomic assessments
• Free skin checks and flu vaccinations
• Corporate and PPE uniform provided

Here at Pilbara Ports, we are committed to advancing an inclusive and diverse workplace culture where people are engaged, included, valued, and respected for their contributions. We are proud of the talent and diversity of our workforce - our people are key to our current and future success.

Pilbara Ports’ Diversity and Inclusion Plan focuses on building frameworks and programs that support an inclusive workplace culture. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

How to apply

If you are interested in this position, please upload your resume along with a cover letter that tells us why you are the right person for the role.

A full job description can be found on our website.

For further information please contact Julie Gray on 0447 999 761.

Applications close on 25 June 2026.