Ivindo Iron - Earthworks Supervisor (PPP)

Earthworks Supervisor – Gabon PPP Project

Roster: 6 weeks on : 3 weeks off (from Australia)

An exciting opportunity exists for a highly motivated individual to join the Belinga Project team as the Earthworks Supervisor.

The Belinga Project is located in the Republic of Gabon, Central Africa, and is potentially one of the world’s largest undeveloped, high-grade hematite deposits. Ivindo Iron, the Joint Venture between Fortescue Metals Group and the Africa Transformation and Industrialization Fund (ATIF), will evaluate and look to develop the Belinga Project.

Role Overview:

This role will be an integral part of the Belinga Project execution team and focus on the safe installation and construction of the Project facilities. The role will be required to manage the clearing and installation aspects of the project. The role will require knowledge of techniques fit for use in steep and dynamic terrains.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Oversee earthworks activities to maintain schedule and quality
• Lead the team to ensure safe and productive development
• Conduct inspections to verify quality
• Overseeing and assisting onsite contractors completing minor construction works
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with project stakeholders.
• Maintain schedule forecasts for on-site works.

Qualifications and skills:

• Minimum 4 years experience in a similar leadership role
• Excellent knowledge of earthmoving equipment
• Bilingual French/English is advantageous.
• Demonstrated capability of working in Western African Countries
• Excellent communication skills with computer literacy
• Experience overseeing/assisting contractors completing minor construction works.
• Effective and practical approach to managing on site safety

Other:

• The role will be at the Project location in Belinga on a roster basis

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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