Environmental R&D Operations Technician

NEWKEY CONSULTING PTY LTD; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ROM OpCo Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced R&D Operations Technician (Environmental) to join our team in Melbourne, helping to build and start up our research facility. You will support zero-emission smelting technology development and scale trials, with hands-on process monitoring and data collection.

The role involves working shifts during trial runs, collaborating with tradespeople, maintaining equipment, and helping develop new testing infrastructure while ensuring safety and environmental

Qualifications

• Certificate III/IV in Mechanical Engineering or similar qualification or undergraduate degree in Environmental/Engineering fields.
• Advanced degree (Master of Science or equivalent) in Environmental Studies.
• Competency in spreadsheet calculations and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Operate the R&D smelter during trial runs per the trial plan.
• Monitor process inputs/outputs and collect data for analysis.
• Assist with equipment setup, maintenance, and commissioning of new testing equipment.
• Develop and implement testing methods and data collection for in-house use.
• Prepare safety analyses and risk assessments for smelting trials.
• Assist with environmental permits and safety procedures.

Skills

Data analysis

Spreadsheet calculations

Environmental monitoring

Education

Certificate III/IV in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Undergraduate degree in Environmental/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or Sci/Physics/Chemistry

Master of Science or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

ROM OpCo Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced R&D Operations Technician (Environmental) to join our team in Melbourne, helping to build and start up our research facility. You will support zero-emission smelting technology development and scale trials, with hands-on process monitoring and data collection.

The role involves working shifts during trial runs, collaborating with tradespeople, maintaining equipment, and helping develop new testing infrastructure while ensuring safety and environmental