Senior Resource Development Geologist

Fortescue is now consistently producing 175-180 million tonnes of iron ore per year and has an exciting future ahead, establishing itself for future growth in a global market through innovation, product diversification and asset development.

Senior Resource Development Geologist

Work Location: Newman - Fortescue’s Metallurgical Centre of Excellent is located on the traditional lands of the Nyiyaparli People.

Roster: 8:6

An excellent opportunity exists for a Resource Development Geologist to join the Metallurgy and Resource Estimation team at our Metallurgical Laboratory Facility in Newman. This will be an initial 12 month secondment, the perfect opportunity for a driven, hardworking Geologist to further develop and expand their technical skillset and get exposure to another area of our awesome business

This is a non-mine site-based role located close to the town of Newman with the workplace a short two-minute walk from a small camp.

Key Accountabilities:

• Geological logging of samples sourced from a variety of iron ore deposits across the Pilbara
• Creation of feed samples for metallurgical test work programs and the geological logging of various products produced from the processing of each sample through the laboratory
• Liaise closely with onsite Supervisors, Metallurgists and Quality Assurance Officers as well as the team in Perth
• Communicate and provide feedback to the site-based drilling teams
• Additional project work will enable you to provide additional value to the business
• The supervision and mentoring of Two (2) Resource Development Geologists

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• BSc majoring in Geology or Earth Sciences and experience with Diamond and RC drilling in iron ore (essential) Geological logging and validation (Essential) and a Solid understanding of QAQC processes
• Quality systems knowledge/ computer literacy (MS Office, Vulcan, ArcGIS, acQuire)
• Sound knowledge of minerals processing and the plant and equipment used (preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of accuracy when collecting, recording, and maintaining data and relevant documentation
• Ideally – Post Graduate experience in a supervisory capacity

At Fortescue, we treat our team mates as though they are family. We appreciate everyone’s contribution and know that a diverse workforce creates a safer, more engaged and productive working environment.

Our aim is to have a workforce that reflects the community in which we live, and we encourage females, Aboriginal Australians, those identifying as LGBTIQ+, people of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this role.

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