Trainer & Assessor - Magnetite Operations

2 weeks ago


Port Hedland, Australia fmgl Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
Our Opportunity

Work Location: Fortescue's Hedland Operations are located on the traditional lands of the Kariyarra people.

Roster: 8D/6R - FIFO ex Perth

This is  a 12 month fixed term contract opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Trainer and Assessor for a 12-month contract opportunity to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality, practical training and assessments across our site operations.

This position is critical in supporting workforce capability by delivering face-to-face training, including Verification of Competency (VOC) assessments for both mobile equipment and fixed plant operations.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive hands-on experience in heavy equipment or fixed plant operations, along with a strong understanding of industry safety standards and RTO compliance. With a proactive approach to continuous improvement, you will coordinate and enhance site-specific training programs, develop and maintain compliant training resources, and contribute to a culture of safety and professional development across the site.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver practical, face-to-face training and assessments, including Verification of Competency (VOC) for both mobile equipment and fixed plant operations
  • Coordinate, implement, and continuously improve site-specific training to align with operational requirements and regulatory standards
  • Develop, validate, and moderate Training and Assessment Strategies (TAS), learning resources, and assessment tools to ensure quality and compliance with RTO standards
  • Regularly review and update assessments, documents and procedures to reflect current best practices as well as operational changes
  • Conduct internal audits and safety inspections related to training and competency assurance, contributing to continuous improvement in safety and performance
  • Provide coaching and mentoring to developing operators and new employees, fostering a culture of safety, development, and competency across site operations
  • Collaborate with operational and safety teams to identify training needs and address skill gaps proactively.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience operating heavy equipment, specifically Dozers and Excavators, within a mining or similar high-risk environment and/or
  • Proven background in fixed plant operations, with a strong focus on industry-relevant competencies and safety protocols (highly desirable)
  • Hold a current Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40120 or equivalent) or willing to work towards
  • Experience working within a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) or involvement with RTO processes, including compliance, validation, and assessment practices (highly desirable)
  • Experience working with Magnetite or other Grade-A product (high desirable)
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.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

 

Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub. 

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.




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