Communications Specialist

Work Location: This role supports both Fortescue's Solomon mine (traditional lands of the Eastern Guruma and Yindjibarndi peoples) and the Eliwana mine (traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama and Pinikura people). Roster: 4D3X. 12 months Fixed Term. We are seeking an experienced and passionate communications professional to join our team as Communications Specialist. You will drive innovative communications and engagement for both site and office-based teams across our Mining Operations workforce in Western Australia. You will be a trusted advisor to senior operational leaders, supporting a wide range of portfolios across Fortescue's mining operations, embedding our culture and values, and driving strong employee engagement. This is a dynamic role where no two days are the same. You will be responsible for end-to-end strategic planning and delivery of written, visual, digital and verbal communications to support site-specific and overall business objectives.

• Communication channel management – plan, develop and manage content for a range of internal and external communication channels.
• Work closely with leadership teams as a trusted advisor, developing messaging to manage complex and sensitive issues and promote team and business objectives.
• Evaluate impact and measure effectiveness of communications channels to achieve real and measurable engagement.
• Support stakeholder engagement and significant events, including site tours.
• Promote Fortescue's iron-ore operations through storytelling via internal and external channels.
• Protect and promote Fortescue's reputation through crisis communication, incident management and strategic advice.
• Ensure all content is underpinned by Fortescue's Values and produced in line with global communications, brand and market disclosure guidelines.

• A strong background in internal communications, with the opportunity to leverage other skills including media, content creation, public relations and events.
• A Bachelor's degree in Communications or related discipline/field such as Public Relations, Digital Communications or Journalism is preferred.
• Experience working with and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Well organized, with sound project management skills and strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of mining operations and green energy industries is ideal.
• Demonstrated understanding of tailoring writing and content for various channels and audiences.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Skilled in using a variety of communications content creation and management platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Canva, Adobe and Microsoft suites, or similar).

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.

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and encourages team members to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives an inclusive culture across the organisation and the communities we interact with. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ communities, gender diversity, neurodiversity, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

For more information, visit the Fortescue Careers site. Internal candidates and current contractors should apply via SuccessFactors Careers Portal. Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early if a suitable pool is identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind.