Resource Estimation Geologist
About Us
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.
Our Opportunity
Work Location: Perth Office - Fortescue's Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk people.
Roster: Monday to Friday
An opportunity exists for a Resource Estimation Geologist to join the Estimation Geology team in the Exploration department working on our projects in Australia and Gabon. The position is responsible for the production of high-quality mineral resource estimates, working collaboratively within the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure data quality through robust data validation and analysis
- Generate geological interpretations suitable for resource modelling
- Deliver high-quality mineral resource models on time and fit for use
- Collaborate with the exploration, resource definition and technical services teams
- Contribute to a team culture of continuous improvement aligned with Fortescue’s values.
Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in geology
- Proven industry experience in exploration and/or mining geology
- Geological modelling and resource estimation experience preferable
- Understanding of mineralising systems and stratigraphy of iron ore deposits
- Relevant experience working on iron ore deposits
- Excellent understanding of good sampling practices and QAQC
- Exposure to geological database packages, data interpretation and reporting
- Knowledge of geostatistics and estimation techniques
- Working knowledge of geological modelling software (Vulcan and/or Leapfrog)
- Highly motivated with excellent communication and engagement skills and an attention to detail.
Our Commitment
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.
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.