About the Company
Fortescue Metals Group is a global leader in the iron ore industry, recognised for its innovation, culture, and industry-leading development of its iron ore assets in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Committed to a sustainable future, Fortescue is at the forefront of decarbonisation and green energy initiatives, leveraging technology to drive efficiency and operational excellence across its extensive operations.
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Natural Language Processing (NLP) Tech to join our innovative technology team in Port Hedland. This role is crucial in developing and implementing NLP solutions that extract valuable insights from unstructured data across our mining operations. You will work on cutting-edge projects, contributing to data-driven decision-making, enhancing safety protocols, and optimising operational efficiencies. If you have a passion for language technologies and their application in a complex industrial environment, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy NLP models and algorithms for various applications, including text classification, entity recognition, sentiment analysis, and information extraction.
- Pre-process and clean large datasets of unstructured text data, ensuring quality and readiness for NLP model training.
- Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and operational teams to identify opportunities for NLP application and integrate solutions into existing systems.
- Evaluate and fine-tune NLP models, monitor performance, and iterate to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in NLP research and technologies, applying best practices to projects.
- Document NLP models, datasets, and development processes for knowledge sharing and reproducibility.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in Python and relevant NLP libraries (e.g., NLTK, spaCy, Hugging Face Transformers).
- Solid understanding of machine learning fundamentals and deep learning architectures (RNNs, Transformers).
- Experience with data processing and manipulation tools (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) for deploying NLP services.
- Strong problem-solving skills and an analytical mindset.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Linguistics, Data Science, or a related field.
- Experience in an industrial or resources sector environment.
- Knowledge of distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Spark).
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
- Generous superannuation contributions.
- Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
- Career development and training opportunities.
- Access to modern on-site facilities and amenities.
- Employee share plan opportunities.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this position, please click the "Apply Now" button below. To ensure your application is properly considered, please prepare the following:
- An up-to-date Resume or CV
- A brief cover letter summarizing your experience and motivation
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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