Operator Maintainer

Cement Australia; Gladstone; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading player in the Australian cement industry as an Operator Maintainer at a prominent power station. This full-time role offers a chance to contribute to a safe and efficient work environment while engaging in the operation and maintenance of critical plant equipment. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values safety and quality, ensuring that operations run smoothly and efficiently. With a commitment to work-life balance and a positive team culture, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a respected organization. Your skills and dedication will help drive success in a dynamic and essential industry.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Positive team environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role with previous process operator experience is essential.
• Strong safety focus and ability to work unsupervised.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the ash processing plant.
• Monitor product quality through sampling and analysis.

Skills

Computer Skills

Process Operations

Trouble-shooting

Root Cause Analysis

Safety Compliance

Education

Relevant Certifications

Tools

SAP

Forklift

Scissor Lift

EWP (Elevated Work Platform)

Job description

We have a full time, permanent opportunity available for Operator Maintainer based at NRG Power Station in Gladstone. In this role, reporting to the Team Leader of Ash Operations, you will be responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and upkeep of the plant. Your daily responsibilities will include operating the ash processing plant, performing equipment maintenance, sampling and testing ash quality, recording results, and coordinating with power station personnel.

The position offers a Monday-to-Friday roster, with hours from 2:00pm to 10:00pm, and includes weekend work once a month.

As an Operator Maintainer, you will:

• Contribute to a safe work environment for self and others, actively participating in safety meetings, observations and toolbox talks. Comply with Power Station & Cement Australia SHEQ policies and procedures
• Operate control systems, perform scheduled and reactive maintenance of ash process related equipment including pneumatic conveying equipment, pneumatic systems and valves
• Monitor product quality through sample taking, analysis & minor reporting
• Commission plant equipment when required
• Maintain ash stocks to appropriate and practical levels
• Engage with Cement Australia Supply Chain & Logistics and others regarding site rules and power station requirements
• Ensure all customer deliveries are to specification and delivered on time

Requirements:

• Computer Skills including SAP highly regarded
• Experience in a similar role with previous process operator experience is essential
• Motor Vehicle, forklift, scissor lift and EWP (Elevated Work Platform) Licences
• Strong safety focus
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Trouble-shooting ability and root cause analysis skills
• Ability and willingness to flex shift patterns and ash processing sites as required for breakdowns, leave or coverage - this includes weekend, public holiday work and call outs

Why work for Cement Australia?

• Join Australia’s largest and most respected cement manufacturer
• Contribute to a positive team environment
• Positive reputation as a top employer in the local Gladstone market

About us:

An icon of the Australian cement industry, Cement Australia is the nation’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services. Whilst cement is in the name, the business portfolio is diverse, comprising a series of heavy industrial manufacturing operations, coal and limestone mines, bulk distribution transport fleet, rail and shipping interactions and hazardous waste treatment and alternative fuel production (Geocycle).

As an organisation, we offer our employees work-life balance, a close-knit and collaborative team whilst providing you with the tools and opportunity to make your mark. Our vision is to create a safe, healthy, productive and sustainable business and we are looking for like-minded professionals who align with our company values.

Additional Information:

As part of the recruitment process you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical and a background check. Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity employer and open to residents of Australia with valid working rights.

Please apply directly as submissions from third party agencies will not be accepted at this time.

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