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Senior / Principal Scientist

Employer
Fortescue Metals
Location
Perth, WA, Australia
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Oct 1, 2021

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At Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) we are leading the global energy transition by developing a portfolio of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects.

Our large scale, low-cost hydropower, geothermal, solar and wind assets will support establishment of green energy and green product industries around the world.

FFI is committed to building thriving communities by delivering social, environmental and economic benefits.

Senior / Principal Scientist

Work Location: Perth

Roster: Monday to Friday

Key accountabilities will include:

  • Position FFI at the forefront of R&D into hydrogen and associated vectors, including ammonia, liquid organic hydrogen carriers and synthetic hydrocarbons
  • Develop a technology portfolio into hydrogen and associated vectors
  • Foster and guide strategic R&D partnerships with leading institutions in Australia and abroad
  • Inform, develop and review external R&D portfolio
  • Review, assess and prioritise technologies across the renewable hydrogen value chain for application in Fortescue's projects
  • Evaluate technologies and companies for potential investment and acquisition
  • Develop and maintain relationships and legal agreements with technology vendors and original equipment manufacturers
  • Represent Fortescue at external meetings and conferences
  • Contribute information as required for internal and external communications, for example, Board papers and press releases

Qualifications and skills required:

  • Doctorate in science or engineering
  • Postdoctoral research experience
  • Research and development experience evidenced by scientific publications, patents, successful funding proposals and partnerships

Candidates must be able to bring a flexible mindset, challenge traditional thinking, and be prepared to work outside of their comfort zone.

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: 01 Oct 2021 W. Australia Standard Time

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