Metallurgical Technician: Drive WCP Performance (FIFO)

Iluka Resources; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Bonus structure

Shares matching

Parental leave (up to 18 weeks)

Training and professional development

Camp accommodation

Job summary

Iluka Resources invites applications for a Metallurgical Technician to join our Balranald operation. The role focuses on processing samples, monitoring the Wet Concentrator Plant performance and ensuring lab compliance on site.

Travel support from Melbourne, Adelaide, or residential options enhance work-life balance. The position operates on a family‑friendly 8:6 / 7:7 roster, with opportunities for training, development and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Cert IV in Metalliferous Mining or higher.
• Experience in a mineral processing plant, laboratory or related industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process samples from the Wet Concentrator Plant (WCP) in the site laboratory and present results in required reporting formats.
• Ensure laboratory compliance with required standards and maintain equipment and stock levels.
• Monitor WCP performance including heavy mineral concentrate grade, recovery and water/reagent quality.
• Perform laboratory flotation tests to assess and improve plant performance.
• Provide advice to Operations on adjustments to WCP operating parameters.
• Review and develop safe work instructions and procedures for routine metallurgical tasks.
• Investigate WCP performance and provide recommendations for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Provide technical coaching and guidance for WCP operators.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Cert IV in Metalliferous Mining or higher

Job description

Iluka Resources invites applications for a Metallurgical Technician to join our Balranald operation. The role focuses on processing samples, monitoring the Wet Concentrator Plant performance and ensuring lab compliance on site.

Travel support from Melbourne, Adelaide, or residential options enhance work-life balance. The position operates on a family‑friendly 8:6 / 7:7 roster, with opportunities for training, development and relocation assistance.