Mine Controller Entry

Work Location: Eliwana - Fortescue's Eliwana mine is located on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama & Pinikura (PKKP) People.

Roster: 8D/6R/7N/7R (12-hour shifts) *fixed-term/secondment opportunity until April 2026

The Mine Controller's primary objective is to ensure the safe, efficient, and smooth operation of Fortescue's mining fleet during and after the transition to our Fortex fleet management system. This role is key in supporting the Supervisor - Mine Control, by managing real-time fleet performance and helping adopt new system features and processes.

As Fortescue moves from our existing Fleet Management system to Fortex, the Mine Controller plays an important role in embedding new workflows, focusing on improving efficiency and reducing manual interventions by adopting an "intervene by exception" approach.

The Mine Controller works closely with the Supervisor and other teams to improve control room operations, refine processes, and enhance communication between control, operations, and support teams. This role helps ensure that control room practices align with Fortescue's goals for operational excellence, safety, and innovation.

By using advanced technologies and maintaining high productivity, the Mine Controller contributes directly to Fortescue's transition to Net Zero and supports the future of green, autonomous mining.

• Monitor and control fleet operations in real-time to ensure safety, efficiency, and productivity. Address issues promptly and escalate when necessary.
• Assist in transitioning from our existing Fleet Management system to the in-house, Fortescue developed, Fortex FMS system, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Implement and adhere to new processes, workflows, and standards that align with the adoption of the Fortex system.
• Identify opportunities to enhance control room efficiency, focusing on transitioning from active control intervention to an "intervene by exception" model.
• Maintain clear communication and coordination with operational and support teams to ensure alignment with site objectives and seamless issue resolution.
• Participate in testing and commissioning of Fortex functionalities, providing valuable feedback to support system improvements.
• Ensure accurate collection, monitoring, and analysis of operational data to support decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
• Adhere to all safety standards, procedures, and regulations, ensuring that control room activities align with Fortescue's safety and environmental policies.
• Support the training and development of team members in adopting new technologies and processes to improve overall control room capabilities.
• Actively contribute to Fortescue's broader objectives of achieving Net Zero, driving innovation, and enhancing sustainable mining practices.

• Tertiary qualification in mining related field (desirable).
• Ability to analyse data and operational performance to identify trends and optimise processes.
• Clear and concise communication skills to collaborate across teams and provide timely updates.
• Confident in making informed decisions quickly in dynamic, fast paced environments.
• Flexibility to learn and implement new technologies, workflows, and practices effectively.
• Knowledge of mining processes, equipment, and autonomous mining principles, with a focus on control room operations.
• Familiarity with principles and practices related to autonomous mining operations (desirable).
• Proven ability to address and resolve operational challenges in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations (desirable).
• Strong understanding of fleet management systems and control room technologies (desirable).
• Demonstrated experience in mine control or similar operational roles within the mining industry (desirable).
• Proficiency with fleet management systems, particularly Fortex, or equivalent platforms (desirable).
• Experience supporting transitions or implementations of new technologies or systems in an operational environment (desirable).

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.

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.