Jay Natesan

Jay Natesan is an experienced professional in the mining industry with over two decades of expertise in operations and management. Currently serving as Director of Operations at Fortescue since October 2018, Jay has held various leadership roles, including General Manager for both the Chichester Hub and Christmas Creek, as well as Manager of Mining at Cloudbreak. Prior to Fortescue, Jay worked at BHP from February 2009 to September 2018 in multiple managerial positions, including Manager of Mt. Keith Mining. Jay's career began at The India Cements Ltd in 1995, with subsequent roles at Thriveni EarthMovers Pvt. Ltd, BGC Contracting, and Fortescue Metals Group, where a diverse skill set in mine planning and operations was developed. Jay holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Mining and Mineral Engineering from Anna University Chennai, an MBA from Bharathidasan University, and attained GAICD certification from the Australian Institute of Company Directors.