General Manager Technical Wind

At Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) we are leading the global energy transition by developing a portfolio of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects.

Our large scale, low-cost hydropower, geothermal, solar and wind assets will support establishment of green energy and green product industries around the world.

FFI is committed to building thriving communities by delivering social, environmental and economic benefits.

General Manager Technical Wind

Work Location:  Flexible with frequent travel

Roster: Monday to Friday

The General Manager Technical Wind is a senior leadership role with responsibility for a critical function in Fortescue’s growth agenda and decarbonisation pathway.  Initially reporting to the Director of Green Industry the General Manager Technical Wind will have overall responsibility for the development, manufacture and commercialisation of Fortescue’s wind business, including product development and engineering, and research into the best methodologies and technologies to manufacture and deploy wind turbines aligned to FFI schedules

Key accountabilities will include:

• Take the lead in developing the manufacturing strategy for the Wind business including prioritising the development of relevant partnerships and technologies
• Develop and implement the vision, strategy and roadmap for wind technology and R&D that delivers profitable growth and market penetration
• Develop and deliver the cost and performance roadmap over short term as well as long term and drive outcomes to achieve FFI schedules
• Provide value-based leadership to create and maintain differentiation
• Establish Wind Technology and R&D fit for purpose systems and processes
• Provide financial forecasts indicative of Risk and FFI schedules
• Attract, retain and develop talent in the wind technology organisation
• Drive the culture of ownership and accountability in formulating and implementing the technology plans
• Manage and build key relationships with key research centres, academic institutes, and reputed laboratories in the wind power sector
• Introduce new approaches to technology development that will significantly impact growth
• Assess, analyse, and adapt new technology platforms in the sector that could further enhance Fortescue’s competitive advantage

Qualifications and skills required:

• Deep experience and competence in wind technologies and turbine manufacturing, including a thorough understanding of innovative manufacturing methodologies and solutions to meet demand ramp
• Senior leadership experience in a similar role including strategy development and implementation with a track record of delivering successful commercial outcomes and results, and building and leading effective teams of scale
• A proven ability to deliver in a high-growth international environment, with the ability to multi-task and prioritise under pressure
• Experience in leading wind technology design and modifications
• Ability to deliver commercialisation from concepts and quantify commercial value to drive decisions
• Familiarity with analytical methods to ensure quality
• Experience in developing fit for purpose processes and technologies to provide complete turnkey solution
• Tenacity to deliver challenging projects and judgment to terminate unproductive projects
• General understanding of the Renewable Energy domain to make proper decisions within a larger energy ecosystem
• Proven ability to drive R&D outcomes to achieve schedules
• Ability to communicate technical Wind and R&D detail to non-technical stakeholders and decision makers
• Good knowledge of financial forecasting reflecting technology specific risk and commercialisation schedules

Candidates must be able to bring a flexible mindset, challenge traditional thinking, and be prepared to work outside of their comfort zone.

Our values drive our culture and performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination. We celebrate and respect people’s differences and commit to providing an inclusive work environment. This is an exciting time to join Fortescue.

We encourage Aboriginal Australians and female candidates to apply.

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Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified