Project Hydrogeologist

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. 

Project Hydrogeologist

Work location: Nyidinghu

Roster: 8D/6R FIFO ex. Perth

The central function to this position is to lead a small team of Hydrogeologists in the planning and execution of various water well drilling projects. The position requires excellent communication, time management and technical skills to ensure robust hydrogeological assessments are completed on time and are effectively communicated to stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for co-ordination with onsite stakeholders
• Leading a small team of field Hydrogeologists to oversee ongoing collection of hydrogeological data, and provide QA/QC on the data
• Provide feedback to Specialist Hydrogeologist regarding contractor management and site conditions to enable effective scheduling and budgeting
• Conduct Field Recon reports
• Submit LUC applications and assist in POW reviews
• Review and issue scope of work instructions
• Supervision of earthworks, drill rig and pump testing 
• Investigate and close out any incidents or actions related to Hydro drilling workspace

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• A degree or an equivalent tertiary qualification in Engineering Geology, Hydrogeology or Geosciences (MSc in Hydrogeology – preferred)
• Relevant applied experience in Hydrogeology
• Experience in mine water management and water bore drilling within an open pit mining environment
• Knowledge of hydrogeological modelling, monitoring analysis, interpretation and reporting
• Experience in LUC and POW process
• Competent use of hydrogeological software packages with strong data management and manipulation skills

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