Senior Mine Planning Engineer - Projects

Fortescue is now consistently producing 175-180 million tonnes of iron ore per year and has an exciting future ahead as it diversifies from a pure play iron ore producer to a green renewables and resources company.<\/em><\/strong> <\/p>

Senior Mine Planning Engineer - Projects<\/strong><\/p>

Work Location:<\/strong> Perth - Fortescue\u2019s Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk people.<\/p>

Roster: <\/strong>Monday to Friday<\/p>

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Mining Engineer to join our Long-Term Planning Team. Reporting to the Principal 5 Year Planning Engineer, this role is responsible for identifying, developing and implementing process improvement projects for FMG 5 year mine planning, as well as delivering critical mine designs to facilitate success of 5 Year mine plans and Mining Proposal submissions.<\/p>

Key accountabilities will include:<\/strong><\/p>

• Endeavour to improve current 5 year plan process and long-term design process with new technology and innovation<\/li>
• Undertake ad hoc data analysis work to discover useful information for business decision-making<\/li>
• Coordinate planning system development work with FMG software developers and relevant stakeholders<\/li>
• Produce and deliver long term mine designs to facilitate 5-year plan and mining proposal submission for all FMG operational sites<\/li>
• Conduct 5 Year mine plan and associated deliverables<\/li>
• Support the development of junior and graduate engineers<\/li>
• Site travel as required <\/li><\/ul>

  Qualifications and skills required:<\/strong><\/p>

  • Relevant Bachelor\u2019s degree in Engineering (Mining or similar)<\/li>
  • Knowledge in open pit mining, preferably within iron ore<\/li>
  • Medium to long-term planning and scheduling and mine design knowledge<\/li>
  • Strong analytical skills<\/li>
  • Team orientation and strong ability to take initiative<\/li>
  • Excellent communication skills and a strong desire to provide high quality work<\/li>
  • Computer proficiency (ATS, & Vulcan)<\/li><\/ul>

    At Fortescue, we treat our team mates as though they are family. We appreciate everyone\u2019s contribution and know that a diverse workforce creates a safer, more engaged and productive working environment. <\/em><\/strong><\/p>

    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.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>

    www.fmgl.com.au\/jobs-at-fortescue<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

    Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified.<\/em><\/p>"