QAQC Downhole Geophysicist

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 driven, independent, and detail-focused professional to join our team as a QAQC Downhole Geophysicist.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing the quality assurance and control of Fortescue’s downhole geophysical data, with a strong emphasis on maintaining data accuracy, consistency, and integrity.

The position requires a keen eye for detail and a solid foundation in data management and geophysical analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage downhole geophysical data within Fortescue’s database.
• Utilize SQL coding to manage and query geophysical data.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate data management processes.
• Support the Downhole Geophysics team in site trials and other field activities as needed.
• Assist in project management tasks as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Geophysics, Geology, or Tertiary qualification in a related field.
• Familiarity with downhole geophysical logging techniques and tools.
• Experience in collecting, processing, or managing downhole geophysical data is highly desirable.
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Proven experience with SQL coding and working knowledge of Python coding desirable.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with various stakeholders.
• Project management experience.
• Experience with acQuire, Snowflake, PowerBI, ArcMAP and/or WellCAD software is highly desirable.

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.