Fixed Plant Operator: Safe, Hands-On Lime Production

Cockburn Cement Limited; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cockburn Cement Limited in Western Australia is looking for a safety‑focused Fixed Plant Operator to join our operations team. You will operate a fixed continuous production plant, converting Quicklime through hydration into Milk of Lime, and you will load bulk tankers and perform basic quality testing.

This hands-on role suits someone with fixed plant or batching experience, strong safety discipline and good mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• Valid WA Driver’s Licence.
• Experience operating fixed plant, batching plant or production equipment.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Good mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting.
• Sound attention to detail and ability to follow process controls.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office, Excel and email.
• First Aid Certificate including LV Rescue and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Operate the production plant safely and efficiently in line with Adbri standards, site procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Convert Quicklime through the hydration process into finished Milk of Lime product.
• Load bulk tankers with Hydrated Lime and Milk of Lime products.
• Conduct product sampling and complete basic quality testing.
• Monitor plant performance and assist with troubleshooting equipment or process issues.
• Ensure production orders are completed on time and within specification.
• Follow process control requirements and maintain accurate operational records.
• Liaise with the customer service team to support customer orders and delivery requirements.
• Monitor product stock levels to support continuous production.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve efficiency and support continuous improvement.
• Work both independently and as part of a small operational team.

Skills

Fixed plant ops

Mechanical aptitude

Safety focus

Attention to detail

MS Office basics

First Aid CPR

Excel

Email

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Cockburn Cement Limited in Western Australia is looking for a safety‑focused Fixed Plant Operator to join our operations team. You will operate a fixed continuous production plant, converting Quicklime through hydration into Milk of Lime, and you will load bulk tankers and perform basic quality testing.

This hands-on role suits someone with fixed plant or batching experience, strong safety discipline and good mechanical aptitude.