Trainer & Assessor - Fixed Plant

Fortescue Pre-Order Sales; Town Of Port Hedland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue seeks an experienced Trainer & Assessor to join the Solomon mine training team on a 12-month secondment. Based at Western Hub on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth, you will deliverOPF training, run competency assessments, inductions and VOCs to ensure safe, compliant operations.

You will build workforce capability, create engaging sessions, and collaborate with operational leaders, while maintaining training records in SuccessFactors.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated training delivery and assessment experience in an Ore Processing Facility or similar.
• Ability to manage training programs, VOCs, inductions and compliance.
• Strong safety focus and ability to implement and monitor high training standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver OPF training and competency assessments.
• Conduct Fortescue-specific training, inductions and VOC assessments.
• Facilitate classroom and practical training sessions.
• Maintain training standards and compliance with leadership.
• Complete training admin, scheduling and records in SuccessFactors.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and provide high-level customer service.
• Operate independently and collaboratively in a high-performance team.

Skills

Training delivery

Competency assessments

Stakeholder engagement

Safety leadership

Scheduling & admin

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) or equivalent

Current C Class Driver's Licence

National Units of Competency: Work Safely at Heights

National Units of Competency: Enter and Work in Confined Spaces

National Units of Competency: Gas Test Atmospheres

National Units of Competency: Telescopic Handler

National Units of Competency: Overhead Gantry Crane

DG (Dogging) High Risk Work Licence

LF (Forklift) High Risk Work Licence

WP (Elevating Work Platform) High Risk Work Licence

Job description

Work Location: Fortescue’s Solomon mine is located on the traditional lands of the Eastern Guruma and Yindjibarndi peoples.

Roster: 8D/6R – FIFO ex Perth

As Fortescue continues to drive innovation and transform the future of mining, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Trainer & Assessor with extensive Ore Processing Facility (OPF) operational experience to join our Training Team on a 12-month secondment/fixed-term contract.

Based at Western Hub on an 8/6 roster, you will play a key role in supporting our operational teams by delivering high-quality training, conducting competency assessments, and ensuring our workforce is equipped with the skills and knowledge to operate safely and effectively.

We’re looking for a proactive, hands‑on team member who puts safety first, enjoys developing others and takes pride in supporting operational success. If you’re a strong communicator who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about building workforce capability, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver OPF operational training and competency assessments.
• Conduct Fortescue‑specific training, inductions, and Verification of Competency (VOC) assessments.
• Facilitate engaging classroom and practical training sessions.
• Support operational leaders by maintaining high training standards and compliance.
• Complete training administration, scheduling, and record management within SuccessFactors.
• Build positive relationships with stakeholders and provide exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a high‑performing team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent) or a current Assessor Skill Set.
• Demonstrated operational knowledge and experience within an Ore Processing Facility, including:
  • Permit to Work systems
  • Isolation Level 1 & Level 2
  • Conveyors
  • Crushing
  • Desands
  • Dry Screening
  • Stackers
  • Scrubbing and Screening
  • Thickeners and Tailings
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• High Risk Work Licences:
  • DG (Dogging)
  • LF (Forklift)
  • WP (Elevating Work Platform)
• Current National Units of Competency for:
  • Work Safely at Heights
  • Enter and Work in Confined Spaces
  • Gas Test Atmospheres
  • Telescopic Handler
  • Overhead Gantry Crane
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and SuccessFactors.

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.

https://fortescue.com/careers