Trainer & Assessor

Our Opportunity

12 month contract

Work Location:  Fortescue’s Solomon mine is located on the traditional lands of the Eastern Guruma and Yindjibarndi peoples. 

Roster: 8D/6R – FIFO ex Perth

As Fortescue continues to drive innovation and transform the future of mining, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Trainer & Assessor with extensive Ore Processing Facility (OPF) operational experience to join our Training Team on a 12-month secondment/fixed-term contract.

Based at Western Hub on an 8/6 roster, you will play a key role in supporting our operational teams by delivering high-quality training, conducting competency assessments, and ensuring our workforce is equipped with the skills and knowledge to operate safely and effectively.

We’re looking for a proactive, hands-on team member who puts safety first, enjoys developing others and takes pride in supporting operational success. If you’re a strong communicator who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about building workforce capability, we’d love to hear from you. 

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver OPF operational training and competency assessments.
• Conduct Fortescue-specific training, inductions, and Verification of Competency (VOC) assessments.
• Facilitate engaging classroom and practical training sessions.
• Support operational leaders by maintaining high training standards and compliance.
• Complete training administration, scheduling, and record management within SuccessFactors.
• Build positive relationships with stakeholders and provide exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a high-performing team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent) or a current Assessor Skill Set.
• Demonstrated operational knowledge and experience within an Ore Processing Facility, including:
  • Permit to Work systems
  • Isolation Level 1 & Level 2
  • Conveyors
  • Crushing
  • Desands
  • Dry Screening
  • Stackers
  • Scrubbing and Screening
  • Thickeners and Tailings
• Previous experience operating comparable processing plant equipment.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• High Risk Work Licences:
  • DG (Dogging)
  • LF (Forklift)
  • WP (Elevating Work Platform)
• Current National Units of Competency for:
  • Work Safely at Heights
  • Enter and Work in Confined Spaces
  • Gas Test Atmospheres
  • Telescopic Handler
  • Overhead Gantry Crane
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and SuccessFactors.

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.

https://fortescue.com/careers 

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.