Environmental Technician - Weed Control

at  Fortescue Metals Group

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Work Location: Pilbara Operations.
Roster: 8D/6R – FIFO ex Perth
Fortescue’s Environment Operations department is currently looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Environment Technician, working across our Pilbara operations. The role will primarily fulfil legal obligations in the areas of environmental management, in particular weed management. The position is also responsible for data management, equipment maintenance as well as assistance to the wider Environment team with implementation of environmental monitoring programs.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Environmental or agricultural management Certificate or Diploma
• Backpack Spray and (AHCPMG301, AHCCHM307, AHCCHM304)
• MR Licence or ability to obtain
• Experience and knowledge of weed management and control methods
• Ability to work autonomously and safely in remote environments
• Ability to use GPS devices and mapping software
• Ability to organize, coordinate and prioritize effectively
• Positive can-do attitude

HIGHLY DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Boom-spray Units (AHCPMG302, AHCCHM404 and AHCCHM405)

ABOUT US

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

• Carry out weed control activities at various sites in a safe manner, required by environmental approvals, in accordance with approved schedules, procedures and SWIs
• Develop and maintain control schedules (annual and weekly) to ensure compliance with relevant weed management plans. Work in accordance with the schedule
• Complete weekly control summaries
• Develop and review required weed control documentation
• Document and upload accurate weed control records to GIS
• Identify Weeds of National Significance and undertake relevant treatment
• Ensure adequate stocks of control chemicals are available for weed control activities
• Ensure equipment is maintained in safe, working order
• Provide field support to environmental consultants as required
• Assist with site environmental monitoring programs and associated data management (e.g., Surface water, Groundwater, and Air quality monitoring)
• Undertake ad hoc feral animal control activities
• Provide environmental incident response, review, and support