Principal Careers & Pathways

Our Opportunity

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

Roster: Monday to Friday

At Fortescue, we are leading the global transition to Real Zero by 2030. Across our metals and energy business, we are working hard to have our Australian iron ore operations running on green energy, achieving Real Zero Scope 1 and 2 terrestrial emissions and building a global portfolio of renewable green hydrogen and green ammonia projects and developing green technology solutions. Our commitment to Real Zero is creating exciting and rewarding career opportunities across the globe, for our existing Fortescue Family team as well as those new to industry and starting their career journey.

To help us ensure we have the professional workforce to deliver our Real Zero targets, this newly created role will be responsible for the overall development and delivery of our refreshed Global Graduate Program. This role requires a passionate leader who is committed to creating an inspiring, inclusive, empowering environment for graduates. You will collaborate with senior leaders, key program stakeholders and various departments across the entire global business to ensure the success of the program and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of the Global Graduate Program strategy and other early career initiatives, ensuring alignment with Fortescue’s long-term strategic direction.
• Manage the full lifecycle of the program, from recruitment to onboarding, training, and development.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to graduates, helping them build a strong foundation for their careers.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure graduates gain meaningful experiences across departments.
• Evaluate the success of the program through feedback, performance metrics, and ongoing assessments.
• Work closely with the Talent Acquisition team to attract and recruit top graduate talent.
• Stay informed on industry trends and best practices to continuously evolve and enhance the program.
• Promote a culture of learning, diversity, and inclusion within the program.
• Track and report on key program outcomes, ensuring accountability and alignment with long-term goals.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree (required); advanced degree (preferred).
• Proven experience in program management, education, or talent development.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in delivering early-career programs in global contexts.
• Experience in working with higher education providers.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of graduate development best practices, employee training, and career progression.
• Passion for mentoring and developing young talent.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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.

https://fortescue.com/careers 

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.