Process Control Specialist - Projects at Fortescue Metals Group
Perth, Western Australia, Australia -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Nov, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Software Development, Sap, Safety Regulations, Analytical Skills, Ohs, Control Engineering, Industrial Control, Maintenance, Testing, Ms Project, Commissioning

Industry

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

Description

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Experience as a Senior PCS Engineer or equivalent.
  • Extensive experience with PCS design, commissioning, integration, and maintenance (PLC, SCADA, DCS).
  • Strong technical knowledge of industrial control and automation systems, including software development, testing and commissioning.
  • Proven project execution experience, including KPI management and reliability improvement.
  • Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills across multiple stakeholders.
  • Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and SAP.
  • Experienced licensed electrician and Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) - preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Process Control Engineering with demonstrated PCS commissioning and maintenance experience - preferred.
  • Knowledge of mining legislation and safety regulations (e.g., Mine Safety and Inspection Act, OHS) - preferred.

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.

Responsibilities
  • Provide senior technical guidance on Process Control Systems (PLC, SCADA, DCS) design, commissioning, integration, and maintenance.
  • Support Projects team in executing PCS-related work, ensuring alignment with reliability and asset management principles.
  • Prepare and manage commissioning plans, FAT/SAT processes, technical queries (TQs), non-conformance (NCR) management, and project close-out documentation (MDR/ITP).
  • Collaborate with site teams and Perth-based project/automation teams to deliver safe and value-adding project outcomes.
  • Monitor and report on key KPIs, including reliability, Eureka, DEP, and decarbonisation metrics.
  • Provide technical support during project planning, risk assessments, and live infrastructure assessments.
  • Mentor and develop engineering teams, fostering a positive and inclusive work culture.
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