Process Operator Experienced

Fortescue Pre-Order Sales; Town Of Port Hedland; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue is seeking a proactive Process Operator to join Hedland Operations. The role reports to the Port Operations Supervisor and involves safely operating fixed plant, supporting production targets and upholding a strong team culture.

Key responsibilities include hazard management, ensuring product quality, and collaborating with port teams to minimise disruptions while driving continuous improvement in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in mining or mineral processing is preferred.
• Shiploading or bulk materials handling experience is desirable.
• Previous port experience and MSIC desirable.
• Familiarity with SAP systems desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate fixed plant safely and efficiently, prioritising tasks to support production targets and maximise operational uptime.
• Identify, report and manage hazards and incidents, and troubleshoot minor plant and equipment defects.
• Monitor sample station results and respond to help ensure product quality meets specification.
• Work with port teams and the wider supply chain to minimise disruptions and maximise productivity.
• Communicate clearly, support team wellbeing, model positive workplace behaviours and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Safety focus

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Continuous improvement

Tools

SAP

Job description

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Fortescue's Hedland Operations are located on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people.

Roster: 4D/4N/8R FIFO ex Perth or Residential Port Hedland.

We're seeking a proactive and safety-focused Process Operator to join our Hedland Operations team. Reporting to the Port Operations Supervisor, you'll operate fixed plant safely and efficiently, support production targets and help maintain a strong team culture. This hands-on role suits someone who thinks ahead, communicates clearly and takes ownership of safe, reliable operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate fixed plant safely and efficiently, prioritising tasks to support production targets and maximise operational uptime.
• Identify, report and manage hazards and incidents, and troubleshoot minor plant and equipment defects.
• Monitor sample station results and respond to help ensure product quality meets specification.
• Work with port teams and the wider supply chain to minimise disruptions and maximise productivity.
• Communicate clearly, support team wellbeing, model positive workplace behaviours and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications And Experience

• Experience in mining, mineral processing or a similar heavy industry is highly regarded.
• Shiploading and/or bulk materials handling experience is desirable.
• Control room systems experience is advantageous.
• Previous port experience and a current MSIC are desirable.
• Familiarity with SAP systems is desirable.
• A proactive, can-do attitude and a commitment to continuous improvement for yourself and your team.

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.

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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