Fortescue Metals Group is now consistently producing more than 175-180 million tonnes of iron ore per year and has an exciting future ahead, establishing itself for future growth in a global market through innovation, product diversification and asset development.

Supervisor Drill

Work location: Cloudbreak

Roster: 7D/7N/7R - FIFO ex Perth

We are currently seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced Drill Supervisors to join our Cloudbreak team. Reporting to the Drill and Blast Superintendent, this position will be responsible for overseeing the day to day Drilling activities and personnel, in order to ensure mine production targets are achieved in a safe and efficient manner.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Overseeing Drilling and associated activities in accordance with the plan, as directed by the Drill & Blast Superintendent
• Managing shift resources and manning levels, to ensure sufficient quantity and quality of drilled and blasted stock is safely achieved
• Ensuring drill & blast patterns are kept to a high standard and all associated equipment is maintained in a safe condition
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure quality outputs are achieved at all times
• Providing ongoing training, coaching and mentoring to direct reports
• Driving Drilling techniques and procedures that promotes zero harm and improves performance and cost efficiencies

Qualifications and skills required:

• Relevant knowledge with Atlas Copco Pit Viper 235, 271 and D65
• Good understand of Drill consumables and replacing them out
• Previous Supervisory experience and the ability to read and understand mine plans
• Minimum HR Class Driver's Licence and a strong commitment to safety
• Effective communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships at all levels
• Understanding exposure to fleet management systems
• Previous experience with incident investigation and/ or risk assessment processes will be highly regarded

Our values drive our culture and performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination. We celebrate and respect people's differences and commit to providing an inclusive work environment. This is an exciting time to join Fortescue.

We encourage Aboriginal Australians and female candidates to apply.

www.fmgl.com.au/jobs-at-fortescue

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified

Applications close: 30 Apr 2021 W. Australia Standard Time