Linda O'Farrell is a senior executive with extensive experience in the Western Australian resources sector.
After gaining a Bachelor of Economics (Honours in Industrial Relations) from the University of Western Australia, Ms O'Farrell commenced her career with CCIWA. Moving into the resources sector sparked her interest in leadership development, Aboriginal employment and building workplaces which support people and families. Ms O'Farrell has shaped people strategy for leading resource companies including Newcrest, BHP, and Mount Gibson Iron. Since 2013, she has led the people and infrastructure services teams at Fortescue Metals Group.
In 2015, Ms O'Farrell was awarded the CME Women in Resources Champion award, and has continued to contribute to empowering women through her involvement with Dress for Success WA (2017) and Chief Executive Women.
