Fortescue Metals Group and the Happiness Co have joined forces to launch Fortescue Wellness online, a new initiative to support the health and wellbeing of the Fortescue team.
The portal includes programs and resources created by the Happiness Co including live and interactive webinars, guided meditation and mindfulness resources, online fitness training, podcasts, and a fly-in fly-out (FIFO) beginners’ course for those new to working on-site.
“Safety and family are at the core of our values, and this extends to the mental health and wellbeing of all our team members. It is our responsibility to ensure our people feel physically and mentally supported at all times,” Fortescue chief executive officer Elizabeth Gaines said.
“Fortescue has a comprehensive support network available including a dedicated Chaplaincy program across all our sites, as well as an Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families.
“The launch of Fortescue Wellness online takes this support even further, providing additional resources that focus specifically on health and wellbeing.”
Happiness Co is an award-winning social enterprise, working in the space of pre-emptive mental health and wellbeing that has worked internationally and across Australia with organisations and individuals looking to create and sustain happiness in their lives.
“Happiness Co is incredibly excited to be providing a wellbeing platform that the whole Fortescue family can benefit from,” Happiness Co general manager Robbie Figg said.
“There is a range of programs that are available 24/7, as well as live and interactive online sessions covering a huge range of topics.
“To work side-by-side with an iconic WA organisation on an important issue like mental health is an honour for a growing social enterprise like Happiness Co. We’re passionate about Fortescue’s team having what they need to thrive.”