Process Operator

Fortescue; Eliwana Exploration Camp; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue's Eliwana mine is seeking a Process Operator to manage day-to-day ore processing facility operations, monitor equipment, and ensure safety and quality across production.

The role operates on a 7D7N14R FIFO roster from Perth, Busselton, Karratha or Port Hedland, with a focus on reliability and continuous improvement in plant performance.

Qualifications

• Experience operating large crushing and screening plants incl. MMD sizers and conveyors.
• Strong safety standards and adherence toFortescue safety values.
• Positive attitude with eagerness to learn new things.
• Leadership experience is desirable.
• Working at heights is desirable.
• Experience using SCADA/Citect/Simplicity/Meridian is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor processing equipment to ensure throughput and quality.
• Conduct inspections and maintenance for reliability.
• Follow Fortescue safety and environmental policies at all times.
• Collaborate with maintenance to schedule repairs and preventive tasks.

Skills

SCADA systems

Safety consciousness

Leadership experience

Willingness to learn

Working at heights

Crushing & screening plants

Team collaboration

Tools

SCADA: Citect

Simplicity

Meridian

Job description

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Eliwana - Fortescue’s Eliwana mine is located on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama & Pinikura (PKKP) People.

Roster: 7D7N14R FIFO from Perth, Busselton, Karratha or Port Hedland

As a Process Operator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our ore processing facility (OPF). This includes monitoring equipment, ensuring the smooth processing of iron ore from raw material to finished product, and adhering to safety and environmental policies. Your role is essential in maximizing plant efficiency and product quality, directly impacting our operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor processing equipment and facilities, ensuring efficient throughput and high-quality output
• Conduct regular general inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure operational reliability
• Ensure compliance with Fortescue’s safety protocols and environmental regulations at all times
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to facilitate repairs and preventive maintenance

Qualifications And Experience

• Experience operating large crushing screening processing plants including MMD sizers, cone crushing circuits associated conveying systems and associated plant components.
• Strong safety standards and adherence to Fortescue's company safety values
• Positive attitude with an eagerness to learn new things.
• Leadership experience desirable
• Working at heights desirable
• Experience operating systems SCADA, Citect, Simplicity, and Meridian desirable

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.