Jobs at Fortescue

How do I apply for a job at Fortescue, including Expressions of Interest (EOI), Apprenticeships or Traineeships?

To apply, visit our Careers Website, where you can browse and apply for current job vacancies, including EOIs, Apprenticeships and Traineeships.

Do I need to include a cover letter with my application?

Our application process only accepts a single file upload. If you would like to include a cover letter, please combine your resume and cover letter into one document and upload it in the resume field when submitting your application.

Can I email my application directly to the Recruitment team?

We only accept applications submitted online through our Careers Website. For questions about a specific role, please email employment@fortescue.com

What happens after I submit a job application?

Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If you progress to the next stage, you will be notified via email or phone. Due to the high volume of applications, we cannot provide individual updates. However, you can check your application status by logging into your Careers Profile.

What if there are no suitable jobs on the Careers website?

We may not have current vacancies in your chosen field. Please check our Career Website regularly or create a job alert in your Careers Portal.

How long does the hiring process usually take?

Our recruitment process can take anywhere from 2-8 weeks, depending on the role and the number of applications we receive.

What is the recruitment process like?

The process typically involves submitting an online application, participating in a Fortescue Values-based interview, undergoing a pre-employment medical assessment whilst also completing a background, police and identification checks.

What is the interviewing process like?

If you are shortlisted for an interview, it will be conducted by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, along with the hiring manager or a subject matter expert. Our interviews can happen in person or online via Microsoft Teams. Generally, the panel will consist of two to three people.

Interviews will include a mix of behavioural questions aligned with our Fortescue Values as well as technical questions related to the role you have applied for. These questions are designed to assess your values, culture fit, experience and technical skillset relevant to the role.

You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions you might have about the role and working at Fortescue.

Assessment days

For some roles, you may be invited to attend an assessment day as part of the recruitment process. This involves meeting with a panel of hiring managers and recruitment advisors, as well as activities designed to evaluate how you interact and collaborate with others.

Do you have a First Nation Employment program?

We are proud to be one of Australia’s largest employers of First Nations peoples, with more than 1,300 First Nations employees, making up 10 per cent of our Australian workforce.

If you are First Nations or a Traditional Custodian partnered through one of our Native Title partnerships, please register your interest and submit your resume to aboriginalemployment@fortescue.com.

To find out more, please click here.

What is FIFO and how does it work?

FIFO stands for Fly-In, Fly-Out, a common work arrangement in the mining industry. For our Pilbara Operations, we offer FIFO flights from Perth, Busselton, Broome, Karratha, Port Hedland, Newman, Fitzroy Crossing and Kununurra. If you live outside these locations, you will need to arrange your own flights to one of these locations, at your own cost.

Depending on the role, we also offer some residential opportunities in Port Hedland and Karratha, for those willing to relocate.

What are some typical rosters across Fortescue?

Operational rosters are generally dependent on the role, with shifts lasting 12 or 12.5 hours, often on a ‘2 weeks on, 1 week off’ schedule.

Is mining physically demanding?

Yes, many roles across our Operations are physical and can require the operation of heavy machinery. You may also be exposed to harsh elements, including heat and dust.

Do you offer vacation and graduate programs?

Yes, we offer Vacation Programs for students from the first year through to their final year of study, as well as a variety of Graduate Programs for university graduates. Intakes for these programs usually begin in April or May each year.

To find out more, please click here.

What is Fortescue’s approach to Diversity and Inclusion?

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.

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