Process Engineer Chemical Recovery

Visy Group; Tumut; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

Visy Pulp & Paper in Tumut is seeking a senior Chemical Process Engineer to optimise the Chemical Recovery Plant. Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will own recovery process performance across boilers, evaporators and utilities, collaborating with operations, maintenance and projects teams to deliver reliability, efficiency and measurable results in a high-investment facility.

You will lead trials, troubleshoot complex issues, balance energy and chemical use, and drive continuous

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or similar.
• 8+ years' experience in process engineering within heavy industry or manufacturing.
• Strong experience in chemical recovery, utilities, evaporator, boiler, energy, sugar, pulp and paper, or similar continuous process environments.
• Hands-on experience with recovery boilers, power boilers, evaporators, steam generation or related large-scale equipment.
• Strong process troubleshooting, optimisation and continuous improvement capability.
• Experience balancing production, reliability, cost and environmental objectives.
• Ability to lead initiatives and influence outcomes across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Proactive, self-driven approach with a focus on safety, operational excellence and results.
• Strong communication skills with technical and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimise chemical recovery plant performance focusing on safety, reliability, efficiency and cost.
• Investigate process issues and lead root cause analysis to improve plant stability and performance.
• Support optimisation of energy, steam, water and chemical balances across the site.
• Lead operational trials, process changes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support and deliver capital projects relating to chemical recovery and utilities systems.
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and operating performance.
• Drive best practice operating standards and process control improvements.

Skills

Process troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

• Join a world-class kraft mill with advanced process technology
• Strong salary, career growth and exposure to major capital projects
• Relocate to the Snowy Mountains and enjoy a true lifestyle change

Join one of Australia's leading kraft paper making plants where you'll apply your chemical engineering expertise to optimise and improve our Chemical Recovery Plant. Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will take ownership of recovery process performance across key assets including recovery boilers, evaporators, recausticising and utilities systems. Working closely with operations, maintenance and projects teams, you'll solve complex process challenges, improve reliability and efficiency, and deliver measurable results in a high-investment, technically advanced manufacturing environment.

What you'll do:

• Monitor and optimise chemical recovery plant performance, focusing on safety, reliability, efficiency and cost
• Investigate process issues and lead root cause analysis to improve plant stability and performance
• Support optimisation of energy, steam, water and chemical balances across the site
• Lead operational trials, process changes and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support and deliver capital projects relating to chemical recovery and utilities systems
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and operating performance
• Drive best practice operating standards and process control improvements

What You Will Bring:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or similar
• 8+ years' experience in process engineering within heavy industry or manufacturing
• Strong experience within chemical recovery, utilities, evaporator, boiler, energy, sugar, pulp and paper, or similar continuous process environments
• Hands-on experience working with recovery boilers, power boilers, evaporators, steam generation, chemical processing or related large-scale process equipment
• Strong process troubleshooting, optimisation and continuous improvement capability
• Experience balancing production, reliability, cost and environmental objectives
• Ability to lead initiatives and influence outcomes across multiple stakeholder groups
• A proactive, self-driven approach with a focus on safety, operational excellence and results
• Strong communication skills working with both technical and operational teams

Candidates from pulp milling, sugar milling, alumina refining, chemical manufacturing, power generation, mining and other evaporator/boiler-based processing operations are strongly encouraged to apply.

What you’ll love when you join us:

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a business powering the circular econom
• Relocation Support: Assistance available for interstate and international candidates (eligibility applies)
• Lifestyle Benefits: Enjoy a better work-life balance in a stunning regional location
• Impact & Stability: Work in a large, essential industry with modern technology and long-term growth
• Leave Benefits: Purchase leave options for extra flexibility
• Staff Discounts: Retail discounts at RSEA, Avis, Harvey Norman and other retailers

About Visy Pulp & Paper

Visy is a global leader in packaging, recycling and resource recovery, with our Pulp & Paper division playing a critical role in supplying high-quality paper for packaging solutions across Australia, New Zealand, and international markets.

Located in Tumut, in the Snowy Mountains region of New South Wales, our world-class kraft paper mill is one of the most advanced and efficient of its kind. Here, we manufacture premium kraft paper at scale, using leading technology and large-scale industrial processes that support essential industries every day. Working at Visy Tumut means being part of a hands-on, high-performing manufacturing environment where safety, teamwork and reliability are critical, and where you can see the tangible impact of your work every day.

Tumut offers more than just a great role - it’s a genuine lifestyle opportunity. This scenic and welcoming regional town combines a strong sense of community with access to some of Australia’s best outdoor experiences. Whether it’s hiking, fishing, mountain biking or skiing, there’s something here for everyone. With short commutes, affordable living and a relaxed pace of life, you’ll have more time to enjoy the things that matter, making it an ideal place to build both your career and your lifestyle. Conveniently located within driving distance of Canberra and other major regional centres, Tumut offers the perfect balance of connectivity and escape.

For eligible candidates, we offer relocation and visa sponsorship support, helping you make the move with confidence to start your next chapter with Visy.

You will be required to meet Visy's employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing)

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.