Graduate Program - Fortescue Zero Australia (Oct 2025)

Our Opportunity

Work location: Typically Perth-based with site travel as required 

Roster: Typically Monday to Friday

Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our Australian iron ore operations, building renewable energy projects and developing technologies that will change our planet forever.  Our commitment to achieving Real Zero terrestrial emissions (scope 1 and 2) across our Pilbara operations by 2030 is creating exciting and rewarding career opportunities across the globe.

Fortescue’s graduate program offers graduates the opportunity to make a real difference in our world by doing real work, focusing on developing, engaging, managing change and achieving results. It’s a balanced approach to technical and professional development, encouraging ‘whole of business’ thinking and ensuring well-rounded capabilities. 

Over the two-year program, graduates will complete rotations across up to four different teams, build technical capabilities, working relationships with new people and leadership skills. The program offers a dynamic and hands-on opportunity to enhance your skills and gain valuable industry experience.

As a graduate, you will be paired with dedicated specialists in your field who will provide professional guidance, supervision and mentoring throughout your rotations. You will work alongside a supportive team, building your operational experience and technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in rotations across the business either site or Perth based, working on different rosters, to gain exposure to different areas of the business.
• You will be expected to demonstrate initiative by seeking out projects you believe will best showcase and develop your capabilities.
• Develop and expand your skill set with support and guidance from senior colleagues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary Engineering qualifications in either Process, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Materials, Control Systems or Mechatronics
• Skills and passion to drive innovation and deliver outcomes
• Willingness to undertake a Fly-in-Fly-Out (FIFO) roster if required
• Strong commitment to safety and aligning with Fortescue's Values
• Current full C Class manual licence
• Must have the right to work in Australia (citizens, permanent residents, student or postgraduate work visa holders)

About You

• Graduated with a relevant university degree in the past 12 months or graduating this year
• High level evaluation and analysis skills
• Problem solving, innovative thinking
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with tight timeframes
• Possess a positive attitude and the confidence and willingness to 'have a go'
• Previous work experience/Internship work (desirable)

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.