Senior Project Engineer - Solar

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: Various Sites across the Pilbara

Roster: Site Rosters as required.

As a Senior Project Engineer (Solar) at Fortescue, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the successful delivery of Solar projects on behalf of the Energy Operations department in our organisation.

Fortescue's Energy Operations team mission is to provide safe, reliable and efficient power across our Pilbara operations. We are a part of the Northern Hub at Fortescue and have an experienced team that manage all aspects of our high voltage power generation and transmission network.

1. Project Planning and Monitoring:
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and oversee project completion.
   • Ensure adherence to Operational and Quality standards.
   • Monitor progress and address any deviations.
2. Leadership and Communication:
   • Lead project teams, fostering teamwork and effective communication.
   • Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, and suppliers, as the Owners Representative for Energy Operations.
   • Provide regular updates on project status.
3. Technical Expertise:
   • Apply engineering principles to assist the Project Team with solving complex challenges.
   • Ensure project delivery of documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports.
   • Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
4. Risk Management:
   • Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
   • Proactively address issues to minimize disruptions.
5. Continuous Improvement:
   • Seek opportunities to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.
   • Contribute to lessons learned and best practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical is preferred, or related field).
• Experience in project management, preferably within the mining or construction industry.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Join our dynamic team at Fortescue and contribute to shaping the future of mining and infrastructure!

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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Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub.

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