Process Operator

Fortescue Metals Group; Perth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking motivated Process Operators to join their diverse team at the Iron Bridge Project. You will operate and monitor processing facilities, ensuring safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates will have experience in large-scale processing plants and a commitment to safety. The role offers a chance to be part of innovative projects in the mining sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating large-scale processing plants, preferably in mining.
• Commitment to safety and ability to conduct risk assessments.
• Clear communication skills and confidence using radios.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor processing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Conduct routine equipment checks and report maintenance issues.
• Support continuous improvement projects to enhance performance.

Skills

Operate processing equipment

Risk assessments

Control room experience

Communication skills

C Class Driver’s Licence

Tools

Front End Loaders

Skid Steers

Telehandlers

Overhead Cranes

Job description

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Work Location:Fortescue’s Iron Bridge project is located on the traditional lands of the Nyamal people.

Roster:7D7N7R ex Perth

Join Our Team at Fortescue's Iron Bridge Project

We’re looking for motivatedProcess Operatorsto join our diverse and inclusive team at Iron Bridge. You'll play a key role in operating and monitoring our dry processing facilities – all while contributing to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement on site

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor processing equipment safely and efficiently
• Follow Standard Work Instructions to ensure consistent operations
• Conduct routine equipment checks and report maintenance issues
• Complete thorough shift handovers and maintain accurate daily logs
• Support continuous improvement projects to enhance performance
• Identify and act on hazards to maintain a safe working environment

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience operating large-scale wet or dry processing plants (mining experience preferred)
• A strong commitment to safety and conducting risk assessments
• Control room experience (advantageous)
• Desirable: Mobile plant experience with equipment such as Front End Loaders, Skid Steers, Overhead Cranes, and Telehandlers
• Clear communication skills and confidence using two-way radios
• A current and valid C Class Driver’s Licence

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.

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Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub.

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified.Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.