Superintendent - Control Systems Commissioning

Fortescue Metals Group; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue Metals Group is seeking an experienced Superintendent – Control Systems Commissioning to lead commissioning across decarbonisation projects and mine sites from the Perth office. You will manage a team of engineers and contractors, define commissioning plans and ensure safe, timely handover of systems.

This role requires deep PLC/HMI/SCADA knowledge, strong leadership, and a track record in complex industrial environments with a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Mechatronics or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10 years' experience delivering industrial control systems, automation or electrical infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMI/SCADA, industrial networks and control system architecture.
• Demonstrated experience in control systems commissioning, testing and integration in complex industrial environments.
• Proven technical and people leadership skills with experience mentoring multidisciplinary teams.
• Understanding and application of functional safety standards (IEC 62061, IEC 61508, ISO 13849).
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent organisational, planning, communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Committed to safety, quality and successful commissioning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of control systems commissioning across decarbonisation projects and Fortescue mine sites.
• Manage commissioning engineers, technicians and contractors including resource allocation and development.
• Develop commissioning plans, procedures and schedules for readiness across teams.
• Oversee PLC, HMI/SCADA, and industrial network testing and integration with site infrastructure.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolve defects with engineering teams.
• Collaborate with site operations for smooth handover and acceptance.
• Ensure safety through risk assessments, permits, isolations and testing controls.
• Manage commissioning documentation, punch lists, progress reporting and risks.
• Oversee control systems bridges and bypasses with proper approvals and removal before handover.
• Drive commissioning performance and continuous improvement with stakeholders.

Skills

PLCs & HMI/SCADA

Industrial networks

Control systems commissioning

Functional safety standards (IEC 62061

Functional safety standards (IEC 61508

ISO 13849)

Leadership & mentoring

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Mechatronics or related engineering

Tools

PLC platforms

SCADA systems

Industrial networking tools

Job description

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Country/Region: AU

State: WA

City: Perth

Job ID: 19046

Work Location: Perth Office – Fortescue’s Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people

Roster: Monday to Friday

Summary
We are seeking an experienced Superintendent – Control Systems Commissioning to join our Decarb Commissioning team. In this role, you will lead control systems commissioning activities across multiple decarbonisation projects and Fortescue mine sites, ensuring safe, efficient and successful project delivery.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing team, work with innovative technologies and contribute to Fortescue's Real Zero target through the advancement of decarbonisation solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead control systems commissioning planning and execution across multiple decarbonisation projects and Fortescue mine sites.
• Manage commissioning engineers, technicians and contractors, including resource allocation, performance, coaching and development.
• Develop commissioning plans, procedures and schedules, ensuring readiness across engineering, construction, suppliers and site teams.
• Oversee PLC, HMI/SCADA, industrial network and interface testing, including integration with existing site infrastructure.
• Lead troubleshooting and defect resolution, coordinating approved design and software changes with engineering teams.
• Collaborate with site operations teams to ensure smooth operational handover and acceptance requirements are met.
• Ensure commissioning activities are conducted safely through appropriate risk assessments, permits, isolations and testing controls.
• Manage commissioning documentation, punch lists, progress reporting, risks and resource requirements.
• Oversee control systems bridges and bypasses, ensuring appropriate approval, monitoring, documentation and safe removal before handover.
• Drive commissioning performance and continuous improvement while maintaining strong stakeholder engagement across project teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10 years' experience delivering industrial control systems, automation or electrical infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of PLCs, HMI/SCADA, industrial communication networks and control system architecture.
• Demonstrated experience in control systems commissioning, testing and integration within complex industrial environments.
• Proven technical and people leadership skills, with experience managing and mentoring multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated understanding and application of functional safety standards, including IEC 62061, IEC 61508 or ISO 13849.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and technical decision‑making capabilities.
• Excellent organisational, planning, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and delivering successful commissioning outcomes.

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.