Project Hydrogeologist

Fortescue is both a proud West Australian company and a global green solutions business. We are recognised for our culture, innovation and industry-leading development of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy initiatives.

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

Roster: 8D/6R FIFO ex. Perth

The central function to this position is to lead a small team of Hydrogeologists in the planning and execution of various water well drilling projects. The position requires excellent communication, time management and technical skills to ensure robust hydrogeological assessments are completed on time and are effectively communicated to stakeholders.

• Responsible for co-ordination with onsite stakeholders.
• Leading a small team of field Hydrogeologists.
• Oversee ongoing collection of hydrogeological data.
• Provide feedback to Specialist Hydrogeologist regarding contractor management and site conditions to enable effective scheduling and budgeting.
• Conduct Field Recon reports.
• Plan project short term implementation.
• Submit LUC applications.
• Assist in POW reviews.
• Review and issue scope of work instructions.
• Supervision of earthworks, drill rig and pump testing. 
• Oversee data collection and storage, and provide QA/QC on the data.
• Oversee ordering and control of bore construction materials.
• Encourage a culture of zero harm in alignment with Fortescue Values.
• Perform field interactions.
• Investigate and close out any incidents or actions related to Hydro drilling workspace.
• Carry out required reporting.

• A degree or an equivalent tertiary qualification in Engineering Geology, Hydrogeology or Geosciences.
• MSc in Hydrogeology - preferred.
• Relevant applied experience in Hydrogeology.
• Experience in mine water management and water bore drilling within an open pit mining environment.
• Knowledge of hydrogeological modelling, monitoring analysis, interpretation and reporting.
• Experience in LUC and POW process.
• Competent use of hydrogeological software packages.
• Strong data management and manipulation skills.
• Effective communication & time management skills.
• Strong team leadership skills.

Fortescue is deeply committed to providing a safe culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, and values diversity. We celebrate individual strengths and team members from all backgrounds 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 across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ 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.

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