Process Operator

DRA Global; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Meals on site

Job summary

DRA Global Limited is seeking Process Operators for the Mount Carlton Gold Operation in Townsville region. This contract role involves hands-on operation, monitoring, and troubleshooting to sustain stable processing circuits during refurbishment and ramp-up.

Work on an 8/6 roster with DIDO/BIBO from Townsville region. Accommodation and meals are provided on site; you will contribute to safety initiatives and continuous improvement while maintaining operational discipline.

Qualifications

• Relevant plant operation tickets and licenses (desirable).
• Experience with gold processing or flotation circuits is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated experience operating within a mineral processing plant or similar industrial environment.
• Good understanding of crushers, mills, conveyors, pumps, screens and related systems.
• Ability to recognise process trends, identify issues and respond appropriately.
• Strong safety mindset with a commitment to following procedures and site standards.
• Right to Work in Australia is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the processing plant in line with site procedures, metallurgical requirements and production targets.
• Operate mobile plant as necessary to ensure plant operations are maintained.
• Conduct routine inspections, checks and housekeeping across the plant and infrastructure.
• Identify, troubleshoot and respond to process upsets, alarms and abnormal operating conditions.
• Complete isolations, permit requirements and pre-start checks per site safety systems.
• Work closely with Maintenance and Metallurgy teams to support plant reliability and performance.
• Accurately record operational data, logs and handover information.
• Contribute to plant start-ups, shutdowns and commissioning activities.
• Participate in safety initiatives, risk assessments and continuous improvement.

Skills

Loader CAT980

Loader CAT988

EWP

Integrated Tool Carrier

Gold processing

Flotation circuits

Mineral processing plant

Plant equipment knowledge

Process safety

Right to Work

Tools

CAT980/CAT988 operation

Job description

Revolutionise your career with DRA Global Limited a leading international engineering, project delivery, and operations management group specialising in the mining, minerals, and metals industry. With a remarkable legacy spanning over four decades and a global presence across Africa, the Middle East, North and South America, Australia, and the Asia-Pacific, we offer an unparalleled experience for growth and innovation.

About the role

We are seeking Process Operators to join the operations team at the Mount Carlton Gold Operation as the site transitions through refurbishment, ramp-up and into steady-state operations.

This is a hands-on role for operators who take pride in running plant safely, maintaining stable process conditions and working as part of a tight, site-based team. You will be actively involved in day-to-day plant operation, monitoring, troubleshooting and continuous improvement across the processing circuit.

This role will be offered on a Max Term Full Time Contract and will see you work a 8/6 Roster. This role will be DIDO/BIBO from the Townsville Region.

Accommodation and Meals are supplied whilst on site.

Duties will include but not be limited to:-

• Operate and monitor the processing plant in line with site procedures, metallurgical requirements and production targets.
• Operate Mobile plant as necessary to ensure plant Operational requirements are maintained
• Conduct routine inspections, checks and housekeeping across the plant and associated infrastructure.
• Identify, troubleshoot and respond to process upsets, alarms and abnormal operating conditions.
• Complete isolations, permit requirements and pre-start checks in accordance with site safety systems.
• Work closely with Maintenance and Metallurgy teams to support plant reliability and performance.
• Accurately record operational data, logs and handover information.
• Contribute to plant start-ups, shutdowns and commissioning activities.
• Actively participate in safety initiatives, risk assessments and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and operational discipline at all times.

To be successful in this role, you will have:-

• Relevant plant operation tickets and licenses (desirable).
• Loader (CAT980/CAT988)
• EWP
• Integrated Tool carrier
• Previous experience in gold processing or Flotation circuits (highly regarded).
• Demonstrated experience operating within a mineral processing plant or similar industrial environment.
• Solid understanding of process plant equipment such as crushers, mills, conveyors, pumps, screens and associated systems.
• Ability to recognise process trends, identify issues and respond appropriately.
• Strong safety mindset with a commitment to following procedures and site standards.
• Right to Work in Australia - Essential

Please note, that as apart of our recruitment process you will be required to complete a police clearance, Functional Capacity Evaluation and drug and alcohol screen.

We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging, and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability, and ethnicity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Our commitment to equal opportunities and a diverse workplace is embodied in our values of People, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.