AusIMM, together with Fortescue Metals Group (Fortescue) and Fortescue Future Industries (FFI), has launched a two-year major partnership which is seeking to strengthen capabilities and support professional development, contribute to thought leadership and critical conversations, and support initiatives that champion an inclusive and diverse workforce.
AusIMM and Fortescue have a history of collaboration and this partnership creates additional opportunities to progress their commitments to industry best practice and innovation in the resources sector.
AusIMM CEO Stephen Durkin said the partnership demonstrated a mutual commitment to professional development, strong values and ethical industry standards.
“Partnering and collaborating with Fortescue and FFI, enables a co-ordinated approach to advancing initiatives that further support the mining workforce and the resources sector,” said Mr Durkin.
“Through this exciting partnership, AusIMM can continue to build a sector that embraces the diversity and capability of all people working in mining, championing professionals through all stages of their careers.”
Fortescue Chief Executive Officer Elizabeth Gaines said, “Fortescue and FFI are pleased to be partnering with AusIMM, further enhancing our existing professional development opportunities and initiatives that promote an inclusive and diverse workplace.
“At Fortescue, we believe in investing in the growth of our people, whose commitment to our unique values and culture have been the key to our success.”