Supervisor Processing Operations

Fortescue Ltd; Western Australia; Remote; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue Metals Group invites applications for an Operations Supervisor at our Iron Bridge project in Western Australia. You will lead a dynamic team, oversee day-to-day plant operations, and maintain safety at the core of all activities.

Reporting to the Operations Superintendent, you will respond to incidents and drive improvements across the operation. You will promote safe work practices, supervise equipment operations, and mentor staff to achieve production targets while building strong

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in mineral processing.
• Strong knowledge of operating/maintenance strategies for large plants.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage performance.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, including radio comms.
• Understanding of isolation, risk assessment and safety controls.

Responsibilities

• Provide statutory leadership aligning with WA mining safety requirements.
• Embed safe work practices and hazard ownership.
• Oversee safe, efficient operation of equipment and inspections.
• Investigate incidents, implement corrective actions.
• Engage leadership to meet production targets and KPIs.
• Support team through training and career development.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Safety leadership

Effective communicator

Job description

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

Roster: 14D/14R ex Perth

Step into a hands-on leadership role where your decisions help keep production safe and reliable. As Operations Supervisor, you’ll lead a dynamic team and oversee the day-to-day operation of the production facility, with safety at the heart of everything you do. Reporting to the Operations Superintendent, you’ll help maintain a safe, well-run plant by responding to and reporting incidents, operational issues, damage and potential hazards.

You’ll also have the opportunity to speak up, share ideas and help drive practical improvements across the operation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide statutory leadership in line with WA mining safety requirements, promoting a safe, compliant workplace across the Operating Processing Facility.

Lead by example to embed safe work practices, hazard ownership and consistent use of JHA and Take Control systems.

Oversee the safe, efficient operation of equipment and complete required workplace inspections.

Investigate incidents and accidents, identify learnings and follow through on corrective actions.

Work with the leadership team and key stakeholders to meet production targets, deliver KPIs and build strong working relationships.

Develop and support your team through training, coaching and career opportunities, while championing continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

Supervisory experience in mineral processing, with substantial exposure to wet and dry metalliferous plants.

Strong understanding of production and maintenance strategies for large-scale processing facilities.

Proven ability to lead teams, set clear expectations and manage individual performance.

Confident communicator with strong interpersonal, organisational and presentation skills, including effective two-way radio communication.

Sound knowledge of isolation and permitting systems, risk assessment, safety controls and work instruction development.

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.