Lead Process Optimization Engineer

2 weeks ago


Perth, Western Australia Fortescue Full time
About the Role

As a Lead Process Optimization Engineer at Fortescue, you will play a key role in driving organisational success through leveraging your expertise in Process Engineering.

We are seeking an experienced engineer to join our team and contribute to projects, trials, and shutdown activities for optimising OPF performance.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in dry and wet mineral processing Iron Ore unit operations and be able to develop budgets and cost forecasts.

A high level of verbal and written communication skills is required, along with proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.

Key Responsibilities
  • 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 maximise 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 maximise 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 optimising 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
About You

You will have a tertiary qualification in Engineering (Chemical, Metallurgical Engineering or related discipline), previous mineral processing industry experience and robust knowledge of dry and wet mineral processing Iron Ore unit operations.

A high level of computer literacy, particularly in MS Office and Excel, is required, along with demonstrated experience with data analysis and reporting.

What We Offer

Fortescue offers a competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a range of benefits including professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Be part of something big and contribute to Fortescue's plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Lead Process Optimization Engineer.



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