Mineralogist

at  Fortescue Metals Group

ABOUT US

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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology, Mineralogy, Earth Sciences, or a related field; advanced degrees are advantageous
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in mineralogical research, with an emphasis on process mineralogy or materials characterisation
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in mineralogical techniques such as XRD, SEM-EDS, QEMSCAN, or Raman spectroscopy. Experience in hydrometallurgical or pyrometallurgical processes is desirable
• Analytical Expertise: Strong knowledge of mineral behaviour in separation processes, including leaching and flotation
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working in multidisciplinary teams
• Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced R&D environment
• Passion for Sustainability: Commitment to innovation and environmental sustainability, with a proactive and adaptable mindset.

• Safety and Collaboration: Foster a safe, innovative, and collaborative working environment within the R&D team
• Mineralogical Analysis: Lead the characterisation of minerals and materials to optimise processing efficiency and support the development of green iron technology
• Process Development: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design mineral separation processes and validate laboratory findings at a pilot scale
• Research and Reporting: Conduct detailed mineralogical investigations, including petrographic, spectroscopic, and X-ray diffraction analysis, to inform process design
• Partnerships and Vendors: Engage with external laboratories and vendors to acquire advanced analytical tools and oversee their implementation
• Data Management: Interpret mineralogical and process data to identify key trends, drawing actionable insights to improve performance
• Innovation and IP Strategy: Contribute to the intellectual property strategy by documenting research findings and supporting patent development
• Technical Training: Mentor junior team members, sharing mineralogical expertise to enhance team capabilities.