Head of Project Management & Controls

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.

Head of Project Management & Controls

Work Location: Perth

Roster: Monday to Friday

In support of Fortescue’s strong focus on green energy and our carbon neutrality targets, one of our key initiatives will be in our Green Fleet projects whereby we will develop and test a range of zero emissions technologies

Based out of our R&D facility and reporting to the Green Fleet – General Manager, we are presently looking for a Senior Project Management & Controls professional to lead the ongoing delivery and improvement of our Decarbonisation & Product development programmes

Key accountabilities will include:

• Leading multiple managers in areas including project management, project management office planning & procurement,
• Building budgets and forecasts up to 5 years in the future
• Leading Project management services for Green Fleet programs of work in a rapidly evolving technology environment
• Build a committed team with the resilience to adjust to evolving scope and reporting requirements
• Lead and partner with global teams from diverse cultures and stakeholder groups to deliver projects
• Implement fit for purpose Project Management systems and processes   
• Providing regular updates to Fortescue senior management
• Working with internal and external stakeholders to review, amend and implement new processes, systems and framework to ensure they are fit for purpose
• Providing coaching and mentoring
• Assist in preparation of board papers
• Collaboration with other FFI/FMG departments to ensure company objectives are achieved in a safe, timely and sustainable manner
• Providing leadership and support to the broader Green Fleet as part of the Heads of Department Team

Qualifications and skills required:

• Degree qualified
• 5+ years in a Senior Leadership/Management position
• Ability to lead teams in a new, dynamic, global and ever-changing environment
• Previous experience delivering large, complex and multidisciplinary projects under aggressive delivery timeframes
• Strong cost controls experience
• Experience leading teams in areas that are not aligned with personal expertise
• Experience with rolling out new systems into an existing organisation including business training and support
• Advanced problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to foster relationships at all levels
• Previous experience in a matrix organisation
• Previous experience as part of an interdependent senior team
• Product development or Manufacturing experience would be advantageous
• Proactive and self-motivated with a drive for excellence

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.

www.fmgl.com.au/jobs-at-fortescue