Dewatering Planner & Scheduler

Our Opportunity

Work Location:  Perth.  Fortescue’s Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk people.

Roster:  Monday to Friday

We are seeking a proactive and safety-focused Dewatering Planner & Scheduler to join our Cloudbreak operations team.

This key role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective maintenance planning of our water reticulation network.

The successful candidate will lead all aspects of Work Management, support the development and execution of maintenance tactics, and play a crucial role in transitioning our maintenance approach from reactive to planned, customer-focused delivery.  Regular site travel will be required to foster strong relationships and gain a deep understanding of operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the +2 week planning cycle, monitoring execution team performance against schedule and budget.
• Develop and maintain SAP master data to ensure current asset registers and proper cost allocation.
• Coordinate equipment, materials, and third-party contractors to support maintenance activities.
• Ensure statutory compliance across all Water Services activities on site.
• Assist in developing and implementing maintenance strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Support OPEX and CAPEX budget planning, and champion business improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated safety leadership with a strong commitment to Zero Harm principles.
• Proven experience with SAP, including master data and maintenance tactic development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across all levels of the organisation.
• High-level organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in contractor management, contract negotiation, and service agreement oversight.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with an understanding of risk and change management processes.

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.

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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.