RPAS Compliance Officer

Our Opportunity

Location: Perth - with 25% site presence - Fortescue’s Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk people. 

Roster: Monday to Friday

As our RPAS Compliance Officer, you will be the cornerstone of our RPAS operations, overseeing everything from regulatory oversight to risk assessment and team training. You’ll ensure that our operations meet and exceed the standards set by civil aviation legislation and CASA, and work closely with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team both domestically and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Oversight: Manage RPAS operations across 5 Fortescue sites, ensuring strict adherence to civil aviation legislation.
• Qualification & Compliance: Verify that all RPAS operators are qualified and skilled, maintaining accurate records of operator credentials.
• Audit & Corrective Actions: Conduct internal audits, review findings, and implement necessary corrective actions promptly.
• Fatigue Management: Oversee scheduling and rostering of RPAS operators to mitigate fatigue-related risks.
• Document Management: Maintain an up-to-date reference library of all operational documents required by CASA.
• Maintenance Control: Serve as the Maintenance Controller in accordance with CASA Advisory Circular AC101-05.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives that drive the continuous advancement of our RPAS technology and operational practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven expertise in RPAS operations and regulatory compliance.
• Strong background in aviation and mining regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in risk assessment, internal auditing, and team training.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams both locally and internationally.
• A proactive approach to technology advancements and continuous improvement.

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.