Principal - First Nations People and Pathways

Fortescue is both a proud West Australian company and a global green solutions business. We are recognised for our culture, innovation and industry-leading development of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy initiatives.

Principal, First Nations People and Pathways

Location: Fortescue Centre & Bennett St

• Fortescue’s Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk people.

Roster: Monday to Friday

Position Overview

Working within the First Nations team, this role will have responsibility for creation of opportunities and promoting inclusion of First Nations people through a range of targeted initiatives, programs and pathways. Working closely with stakeholders across Fortescue, the successful candidate will be a strategic thinker who brings their passion, excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage stakeholders, obtain buy-in and drive meaningful change.

Key responsibilities of this role:

•             Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and oversee a portfolio of programs and pathways promoting First Nations people’s participation and success across all levels of our business, in partnership with our First Nations communities.

•             Work closely with senior leaders to deliver a strategic approach to programs and pathways, including setting objectives, timelines and metrics for success aligned to Fortescue’s goals and values.

•             Work with First Nations communities and organisations to create pathways and support aligned to our partner’s aspirations and Fortescue’s goals.

•             Analyse and report to leaders on the effectiveness of programs, employing an improvement mindset to drive progress.

•             Serve as an advocate within the organisation, driving innovation to ensure Fortescue is an employer of choice for First Nations people.

As a successful candidate you will have the following:

•             Strategic thinker with the ability to align diversity initiatives with broader organisational goals.

•             Strong cultural competence, and a passion for promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

•             Excellent communication skills, including engagement and collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders to communicate impact.

•             Proven track record in designing, implementing, and evaluating successful programs.

Fortescue is deeply committed to providing a safe culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, and values diversity. We celebrate individual strengths and team members from all backgrounds 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 across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ 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.

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