Process Operator

Heritage Minerals; Mount Morgan; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent salaried employment

8/6 – 7/7 rotating roster

12-hour shifts with 5 weeks annual/vac

Brand-new processing plant

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Heritage Minerals Pty is bringing the historic Mount Morgan Mine back to life with a brand-new gold processing plant. This is a hands-on, permanent salaried role in Mount Morgan, QLD.

You’ll operate across multiple processing circuits, with a rotating 8 days on/6 days off schedule and 7 nights on/7 nights off, working 12-hour shifts. Applicants should have fixed-plant gold processing experience and a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating within a fixed gold processing plant.
• Exposure to crushing, grinding, CIL/CIP, elution, gold room, tailings or water treatment operations.
• Strong understanding of safe operating practices and plant procedures.
• Sound mechanical aptitude and ability to identify and resolve issues.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive attitude with willingness to learn and develop.
• Flexibility to work rotating day and night shifts.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding, outdoor industrial environment.
• Commitment to Safety, Respect, Responsibility and Innovation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate, monitor and optimise fixed plant equipment across multiple processing areas.
• Work across crushing, grinding, CIL/CIP, elution, gold room, tailings and water treatment circuits.
• Conduct routine plant inspections and identify operational issues.
• Monitor plant performance and process conditions to support production targets.
• Complete startups, shutdowns and isolation procedures per site requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve performance, efficiency and reliability.
• Assist with troubleshooting and minor maintenance activities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and accurate production records.

Skills

Fixed gold plant experience

Crushing operations

Grinding operations

CIL/CIP processes

Elution

Gold room operations

Tailings handling

Water treatment

Education

Certificate III in Resource Processing

First Aid Certificate

Tools

Front End Loader

Forklift

EWP

Telehandler

Job description

Permanent Salaried Positions | 8/6 – 7/7 Rotating Roster | 12-Hour Shifts | Mount Morgan, QLD

PROCESS OPERATORS

Permanent Salaried Positions | 8/6 – 7/7 Rotating Roster | 12‑Hour Shifts | Mount Morgan, QLD

Be part of something big. Help bring Mount Morgan back to life!

Heritage Minerals is bringing the historic Mount Morgan Mine back to life, restoring the rattle and hum of an operation that holds more than 30 years of history. Now, we’re looking for skilled, motivated and safety‑driven Process Operators to be part of our new processing plant and growing operations team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a brand‑new gold processing plant, working across multiple areas of the operation and playing an important role in establishing safe, efficient and reliable production.

Whether you’re an experienced gold processing operator or have a strong operational background and are looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!

THE OPPORTUNITY

These are permanent salaried positions working a continuous rotating roster of 8 days on / 6 days off, followed by 7 nights on / 7 nights off, working 12‑hour shifts, with 5 weeks of annual leave.

You’ll gain exposure to multiple areas of our new processing plant, developing your skills and contributing across a range of operational circuits and processes.

Our plant operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with only short scheduled shutdowns to maintain maximum plant availability.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Safely operate, monitor and optimise fixed plant equipment across multiple processing areas.
• Work across crushing, grinding, CIL/CIP, elution, gold room, tailings and water treatment circuits.
• Conduct routine plant inspections, identify operational issues and take appropriate action.
• Monitor plant performance, process conditions and equipment to support production targets.
• Complete plant start‑ups, shutdowns and isolation procedures in accordance with site requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve plant performance, efficiency and equipment reliability.
• Assist with troubleshooting and minor maintenance activities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the plant.
• Complete accurate production records, operational log sheets and shift handovers.
• Work closely with maintenance and operational teams to maximise plant availability.
• Maintain compliance with all site safety, environmental and operational requirements.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for people who take pride in their work, have a strong safety mindset and enjoy being part of a team.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Previous experience operating within a fixed gold processing plant (highly regarded).
• Exposure to crushing, grinding, CIL/CIP, elution, gold room, tailings or water treatment operations.
• A strong understanding of safe operating practices and plant procedures.
• Sound mechanical aptitude and the ability to identify and resolve operational issues.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• The flexibility to work rotating day and night shifts.
• The ability to work in a physically demanding, outdoor industrial environment.
• A commitment to upholding our values of Safety, Respect, Responsibility and Innovation.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Current Australian Driver Licence.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre‑employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening.
• National Police Check (or ability to obtain one).
• Full Australian working rights.

HIGHLY REGARDED

• Certificate III in Resource Processing or a similar qualification (or a willingness to undertake the qualification).
• Front End Loader, Forklift, EWP or Telehandler tickets.
• Working at Heights and Confined Space qualifications.
• Current First Aid Certificate.
• Previous experience operating within a process control system.

A NEW PLANT. A NEW CHAPTER. A GREAT OPPORTUNITY.

You’ll be working in a brand‑new processing facility, with the opportunity to be part of the team that brings it to life.

Please note: This is a hands‑on operational role in a large industrial processing environment. The plant includes multiple levels, ladders, stairways and elevated work areas, with exposure to varying weather conditions. You’ll need to be comfortable working at heights, navigating the plant and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

This role isn’t for the faint‑hearted, but for the right people, it’s an opportunity to build something special and be part of Mount Morgan’s next chapter.

WHY JOIN HERITAGE MINERALS?

• Permanent salaried employment.
• Attractive 8/6 – 7/7 rotating roster.
• 12‑hour shifts with 5 weeks of annual leave.
• Opportunity to work in a brand‑new gold processing plant.
• Exposure to multiple processing circuits and operational areas.
• Be part of a growing team and an exciting new chapter for Mount Morgan.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career.

Heritage Minerals strongly encourages applications from local Mount Morgan and Rockhampton residents, as well as candidates from surrounding Central Queensland communities.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Heritage Minerals is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, local Mount Morgan and Rockhampton residents, and individuals from all backgrounds who share our commitment to safety, respect and responsibility.