Mining Supervisor

Fortescue has an exciting future ahead. As well as producing over 180 million tonnes of iron ore per year, we’re diversifying our business to become an integrated global green energy and resources company.

Mining Supervisor

Work Location: Fortescue’s Eliwana - Flying Fish mine is located on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama people

Roster: 7D/7N/7R – ex Perth

Flying Fish is an exciting new satellite project, 45km east of Eliwana, currently in the development/construction phase. We're seeking a suitably qualified and experienced leader that is comfortable working in a remote location and is adaptable to and welcomes change. 

Reporting to the Mining Superintendent, our Mining Supervisors are responsible for all aspects of Load & Haul functions of conventional open pit mining operation. The role is focused on leading a crew (11-12 Mining Operators), and working closely with our Drill and Blast team. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Coach, mentor and develop mining operators
• Provide visible safety leadership by demonstrating safe behaviours all the time and displaying Fortescue values
• Proactively participate in Occupational Health and Safety activities and consultation processes across Mine Operations
• Carry out supervisor responsibilities under Section 44 delegated authority as per WA Mine Safety & Inspection Act and Regulations
• Communicate with stakeholders to execute the daily plans safely and efficiently
• Manage effective utilisation of mining fleet

 Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in a Mining Supervisor or Leading Hand role
• Extensive experience in operating heavy mining equipment in large scale open pit environment
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written, and computer proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Proven commitment to safety
• Frontline Leadership qualification or similar desirable but not essential
• Strong understanding of efficiency drivers in a large-scale mining operation
• Knowledge of WA Mine Safety and Inspection Act and Regulation

Our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Candidates from all backgrounds and ages are encouraged to apply, including First Nations People, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities and those with neurodiverse, intersectional, or multiple diverse characteristics.

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