Operator Senior Refinery Process

SOUTH32 Limited; City Of Bunbury; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14% superannuation contributions

Annual short-term incentive bonus

Parental leave

Additional annual leave

Job summary

South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd. in Western Australia’s Bunbury region seeks a permanent Operator Senior Refinery Process to safely operate refinery assets, mentor operators and trainees, and sustain high safety and production standards.

This 42-hour-per-week roster covers day and night shifts at the Bunbury port site, within a collaborative, safety-focused team and coastal community. Based at the Port of Bunbury, you will contribute to reliable production outcomes while living in a region

Qualifications

• Extensive experience within a processing, manufacturing, refinery or production environment.
• Leading, supporting and positively influencing teams in day-to-day operational activities.
• Building collaborative relationships across operations, maintenance and technical functions.
• Coaching, developing and sharing knowledge with colleagues to build team capability.
• Identifying issues, solving problems and making sound decisions in dynamic operational environments.
• Working with a strong safety focus while maintaining high standards of communication, accountability and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely execute port production activities, including rail loading, unloading and shipping operations in line with production schedules and operational requirements.
• Monitor plant and equipment performance, identify potential issues and raise work notifications to support reliable operations and production outcomes.
• Apply risk management processes, critical controls and safe work practices while participating in clearance to work activities within the operational area.
• Maintain accurate reporting of production activities, events and hazards while working collaboratively to support continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Education

Certificate III in Process Plant Operating

Holds all area specific Clearance to Work requirements

Holds all area specific CPKs and APKs

HR Truck licence

EWP licence

Forklift licence

Dogman licence

Certificate III in Process Plant Manufacturing

Isolation and/or Clearance Officer qualifications

Eligibility for appointment as an S44/S26 Officer

Experience working at heights

Job description

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world. As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT WORSLEY

Are you looking to be home every night? If so, this is your opportunity to live, work and play a short drive from stunning coastlines, scenic trails and the food and wine heartland of the west.

Located in the picturesque south-west and Peel regions of Western Australia, South32 Worsley Alumina is on a journey to become the world’s leading Alumina producer where our workforce value the lifestyle that Worsley Alumina has to offer.

Our integrated Bauxite Mine, Alumina Refinery and Port Operation is creating the essential products needed for a sustainable low carbon future.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave.
• 14% superannuation contributions
• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.
• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is a Permanent position on 42 hours per week, day shift and night shift continuous roster. This role is based at the Port of Bunbury, overlooking the magnificent coastal views of the South-West coast. Located a short drive from Bunbury City Centre you can base yourself in the heart of the city or any of the magnificent surrounding coastal communities. Surrounded by magnificent jarrah forests, pristine beaches and world-famous wineries, you will live and work in one of the most beautiful regions of Western Australia and still be home each night.

As the Operator Senior Refinery Process , you will be responsible for safely operating refinery process assets, supporting production delivery, and providing day-to-day guidance and mentoring to operators and trainees while maintaining high safety and operational standards.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Safely execute port production activities, including rail loading, unloading and shipping operations in line with production schedules and operational requirements.
• Monitor plant and equipment performance, identify potential issues and raise work notifications to support reliable operations and production outcomes.
• Apply risk management processes, critical controls and safe work practices while participating in clearance to work activities within the operational area.
• Maintain accurate reporting of production activities, events and hazards while working collaboratively to support continuous improvement and operational excellence.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Extensive experience within a processing, manufacturing, refinery or production environment.
• Leading, supporting and positively influencing teams in day-to-day operational activities.
• Building collaborative relationships across operations, maintenance and technical functions.
• Coaching, developing and sharing knowledge with colleagues to build team capability.
• Identifying issues, solving problems and making sound decisions in dynamic operational environments.
• Working with a strong safety focus while maintaining high standards of communication, accountability and teamwork.

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Qualifications for this position are:

• Certificate III in Process Plant Operating
• Holds all area specific Clearance to Work requirements
• Holds all area specific CPK’s and APK’s

Desirable (qualifications / licences / certs) :

HR Truck, EWP, Forklift and Dogman licences, a Certificate III in Process Plant Manufacturing, Isolation and/or Clearance Officer qualifications, eligibility for appointment as an S44/S26 Officer, and experience working at heights.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on 18 September 2026.