Our Opportunity

Location:
Fortescue’s Iron Bridge project is located on the traditional lands of the Nyamal people. Roster: 8D/6R ex Perth We are seeking an experienced and driven Mining Superintendent to lead the Mining team at Fortescue’s world-class Iron Bridge Magnetite Operation. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role within one of Australia’s most innovative mining operations, contributing to the delivery of safe, productive and value-driven mining outcomes. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and capable mining professional with strong operational leadership experience and Quarry Manager competency. Reporting to the Manager Mining & Operations Planning, you will guide mining performance and oversee the primary mining contractor. You will be responsible for the delivery of mining operations, development and mine support activities, while driving a strong safety culture and delivering key production outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide visible leadership across mining operations, driving safety, performance and accountability.
• Supervise, coach and mentor the broader mining team.
• Translate mine plans into clear operational priorities and deliver against safety, production, utilisation and cost targets.
• Undertake statutory Quarry Manager duties and manage operational and critical risks.
• Oversee the primary mining contractor in a contract supervisor capacity, monitoring performance against contractual requirements and guiding operations.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Planning, Engineering and Technical Services to optimise mine performance.
• Drive productivity, cost and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage contractor performance and support the introduction of new equipment, technology and operating practices.




• Build an engaged and accountable workforce through strong leadership and communication. Qualifications and Experience
• WA Quarry Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
• Significant senior leadership experience in large-scale open-pit mining.
• Strong knowledge of load and haul, drill and blast and production processes.
• Demonstrated experience managing geotechnical hazards in mining.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop large operational teams.
• Proven delivery of secure, reliable production and cost outcomes.
• Strong understanding of operational risk and statutory mining obligations.
• Strong commercial, contract management, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant tertiary or mining qualification is 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. 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.

📌 Superintendent Mining (Australia)
🏢 Fortescue
📍 Australia