At Fenix, our connection to the communities in which we operate is fundamental to our identity and success. We recognise that our growth and sustainability are intrinsically linked to the well-being of these communities. We strive to make a positive and lasting impact through meaningful engagement, support, and collaboration.
Key Initiatives:
Fenix Connections
Community Contribution and Enrichment Program
- Fenix Connections, our community enrichment program, is centred on creating opportunities within the mining, haulage and logistics
- Fenix Connections encompasses innovative youth training programs such as the Kickstart Training Academy, Indigenous business partnerships and local community activities
- To date, Fenix has generated >200 new full-time jobs and supported the establishment of two Indigenous businesses
- Fenix is a known partner in the Mid-West, sponsoring Chamber of Commerce initiatives and is the naming rights sponsor of the Fenix Geraldton Buccaneers – a successful franchise in the NBL1 West conference
- Finalist in the 2023 AMEC Awards in the Community Contribution category
- On 24 March 2025 Fenix was pleased to announce that it had signed a contract with MACA Limited (MACA), a subsidiary of Thiess Group, for drill and blast, mining, and crushing and screening operations at the Beebyn-W11 Iron Ore Mine (Beebyn-W11 or the Project). The award of the Beebyn-W11 mining contract represents an important milestone in Fenix’s plans to ramp up production to 4 million tonnes per annum (Mtpa) during 2025.
Working together with the Wajarri Yamaji People to develop future business leaders
- Fenix champions Indigenous businesses
- Direct Indigenous recruitment program: ~10% Indigenous workforce
- Collaborative development of a Mining Cooperation & Benefits Agreement to protect and preserve heritage sites; ongoing workforce training provided
- Partnership with Clontarf Foundation; supporting Aboriginal youth with education
- Fenix was honoured to be recognised as a top 3 Finalist in AMEC’s Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Empowerment Award in 2022.
Kickstart Academy: investing to upskill existing drivers and the next generation
- Fenix is at the forefront of driver training, safety and performance and has developed a “first of its kind” world-class truck driving simulator
- Our training program delivers two pathways to an MC license class:
- Kickstart Academy Youth Traineeship – A 2-year fully paid traineeship, including Certificate III in Driving Operations logistics
- Driver upskill – Upskilling the existing local workforce to a Multi Combination license class
Learn More:
Contact us for more detailed information on our community initiatives and how we’re working with local communities to build a brighter future. Discover how we’re making a difference and how you can get involved in our community programs.