- Using a mix of first-principles approaches and dynamic simulation models to assess the impact of changes to our integrated operations, including both major capital and minor capital / productivity initiatives
- Assessing the baseline capacity of our operations as part of our 2-year and 10-year planning processes
- Managing the simulation experimentation process including defining and managing input sets for baseline, scenarios and sensitivity analyses
- Analysing simulation results, including statistical analysis of performance across replications and detailed analysis of operations dynamics
- Developing new models and changes to existing models, including verification and validation
- Periodically validating the models for capacity forecasting, including comparing actual and simulated performance, and identifying changes to data & logic
- Support the development and maintenance of supporting toolkits, including input analysis, experimentation management and results analysis
- Communicating insights and modelling drivers for results to a range of operations stakeholders
- Degree in mathematics, statistics, engineering or science
- Experience (4+ years) in simulation modelling & analysis in the mining or heavy industry sector
- Experience in simulation modelling of mining operations, processing plant operations, rail operations and port operations (beneficial)
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
- The ability to communicate complex technical concepts and insights to a range of stakeholders
- Proficiency in statistical methods for simulation modelling, including input and output analysis, and experimental methods for assessing uncertainty
- Proficiency in a discrete-event simulation modelling language such as AnyLogic, Arena, JaamSim or SimPy
- Proficiency in Python / R for model input and output analysis as well as experimentation management
- Experience in other operations research techniques (linear programming, combinatorial optimisation) and machine learning is well regarded
Senior Specialist Modelling - Perth, Australia - Fortescue
Description
About Us
Fortescue is both a proud West Australian company and a global green solutions business. We are recognised for our culture, innovation and industry-leading development of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy initiatives.
Our Opportunity
Location: Fortescue's East Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk people.
Roster: Monday to Friday
Reporting to : Superintendent Modelling and Analysis
This Perth-based role will involve using operations simulation modelling & analysis to drive value across all areas of the Fortescue metals value chain. The key mission of this role will be to support the use of modelling & analysis to drive value in our operations plans and strategy, tackling some of the toughest industry challenges including demand response and 2030 Real Zero operations. The right candidate will bring a depth of experience and technical skills in simulation-based analysis and modelling for mining and supply chain operations, a strong curiosity and passion for using complex simulation models to derive insights, and skills in communicating complex technical concepts to various operations stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications and Experience
Our Commitment
Fortescue is deeply committed to providing a safe culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, and values diversity. We celebrate individual strengths and team members from all backgrounds 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 across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ 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.
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.