Position Title: Process Plant Operator/ Metallurgist Location: Western Australia Reports to: Registered Manager/ Plant Manager About the role: The primary purpose of this role is to manage the process control room to ensure safe and efficient operation of the mineral sands plant to meet production and maintenance objectives. Duties, Statement & Accountabilities: Ensuring the safety of all personnel at the mine site Taking action to reduce hazards or unsafe situations Ensuring fitness for work and reporting of any issues Controlling processing activity on site Liaising with Mining, Product & Maintenance teams within the company Monitoring plant operations and taking action to maintain or improve production Optimising plant operations to provide the best outcome for the business Ensuring timely conduct of sampling and testing programs Maintaining safe methods of work and respectful dealings with all personnel Encouraging innovation with work processes, equipment, and procedures Establishing strong communication links with all staff Prioritising care for people working on the company’s sites Acting with integrity in all dealings Monitoring performance of work and providing feedback Communicating the company vision, values, and mission Proactively seeking feedback on self and recognizing own capabilities Qualifications & Experience: A tertiary degree in metallurgy/ metallurgical engineering or related science At least 3 years of processing plant or similar experience At least 12months of relevant processing plant experience within the last 3 years Good mechanical aptitude Experience with DCS, plant operating software preferred Skills & Abilities: Good verbal communication Proven abilities to control processes Proven abilities to deliver a safe work environment Ability to conform to organizational values Problem-solving ability Clear understanding of individual career goals and team objectives Required Behaviours: Safety focus Quick thinking Empathy Team player Attention to details Can do attitude Integrity/honesty/ethical Ability to handle stress and demands of change Performance Goals: Safe work performance Processing plant performance: production, quality, and utilization Reporting of any issues including safety, health, environmental & production Team performance standard meets the company’s values, policies, and procedures and project outcomes Key Relationships: Processing Manager Shift Supervisor Plant Operators, Mining Operators, Packaging Operators & Lab Technicians Maintenance team Plant Metallurgist Product Superintendent & Supervisor
