Process Engineer

at  Fortescue Metals Group

ABOUT US

Fortescue is an integrated green technology, energy and metals company. We are recognised for our culture, innovation and industry-leading development of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy initiatives. Established in 2003, Fortescue is a proud West Australian company. Now, as we expand globally, we’re developing and acquiring the technologies our world needs to step beyond fossil fuels. To be truly innovative we must challenge the status quo. At Fortescue, we are always generating new ideas. We have accomplished what many judged as impossible: build a company from scratch to become a global leader in the mining industry. Now, we will do it again as we lead the way towards a greener mining future.

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Do you want to help change the world? The time is now…At Fortescue, we recruit people not only for their technical skills but also for their strong values because we are a family. We work hard together and for each other to achieve what others only talk about – decarbonising our planet. There is no greater motivation. If you are Enthusiastic, have Courage and Determination and operate with Integrity (and like to have FUN!) – you will be welcomed into the Fortescue Family.
We are seeking experienced Process Engineers to provide technical support to our site operations, ensuring all related activities are performed in an efficient, safe, timely and cost efficient manner.
This is a centralised advertisement for positions across all operational sites. In turn you may receive notification that your application has been forwarded for review to a similar role. Short listed candidates will be contacted via the recruitment team to discuss potential opportunities prior to interview.
Work Location: We have opportunities based locally in Perth OR across Fortescue’s Pilbara locations
Roster: Monday to Friday – Perth-based OR 8D/6R or 4D/3R – FIFO ex Perth, Busselton, Broome, Karratha, Port Headland, Fitzroy Crossing and Kununurra

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Tertiary Qualification in Engineering (Chemical, Metallurgical Engineering or related discipline)
• Previous mineral processing industry experience
• Robust knowledge of dry and wet mineral processing Iron Ore unit operations preferred
• High level of verbal and written communication skills
• High level of computer literacy, proficiency with MS Office in particular Excel
• Demonstrated experience with data analysis and reporting
• Previous experience with SAP, delay accounting systems and SCADA highly desirable

• Generate daily, weekly and EOM reports/ data on operational functions
• Engage with site teams on correct operation philosophy of process units to deliver optimum quality and throughput
• Monitor plant performance and liaise closely with the Operations team to maximize product throughput and maintain product specification
• Complete investigations and analysis on plant performance to identify process improvements and undertake/ recommend remedial actions
• Liaise with the Quality team regarding feed blend to ROM to maximize product throughput and quality.
• Provide assistance and guidance to metallurgical technicians to ensure accuracy of laboratory results and the safe, productive use of laboratory equipment
• Contribute to projects, trials, and shutdown activities for optimizing OPF performance, while also overseeing the development and maintenance of Safe Work Instructions (SWI) and assisting in training programs for process unit operations
• Support the Process Engineering team in the development of budgets and cost forecasts, collaborating with operational teams to create mine plans