Process Technician (Entry Level)

Zenith Executive Search; Gladstone Regional; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Lifestyle roster 14

Job summary

Zenith Executive Search seeks a Shutdown Type Role operator in Gladstone, Queensland, for a six-month assignment. You will safely run plant equipment, perform inspections, and help troubleshoot within a crew-based team.

Day shifts with a lifestyle roster are provided and weekly pay is offered. Ideal candidates hold experience in process operations or heavy industry, with a valid licence and ability to pass medical and drug/alcohol screening.

Qualifications

• Experience in process operations, manufacturing, mining or heavy industry.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety with proactive hazard identification.
• Ability to follow procedures and complete documentation accurately.
• Current driver’s licence and ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor plant and production equipment.
• Conduct routine plant inspections and monitor process performance.
• Complete basic troubleshooting and escalate maintenance when required.
• Maintain safety, housekeeping and environmental compliance.
• Complete operational documentation and shift handovers; work in a crew-based environment.

Skills

Shutdowns

Labouring

Trade Assistant

Crane tickets

Forklift tickets

Tools

Crane tickets

Forklift tickets

Job description

• Shutdown Type Role - 6 Months Worth of Work
• Experience Required: Shutdowns, Labouring or Trade Assistant
• Crane Tickets and Fork Lift Tickets and Experience Highly Regarded

About The Role

• Safely operate and monitor plant and production equipment to maintain efficient operations.
• Conduct routine plant inspections and monitor process performance, identifying and reporting any operational issues.
• Complete basic troubleshooting and elevate maintenance requirements where required.
• Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and environmental compliance while working within established site procedures.
• Accurately complete operational documentation, shift handovers and work collaboratively within a crew-based environment.

Skills / Experience

• Previous experience within process operations, manufacturing, heavy industry, mining or a similar industrial environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety with a proactive approach to hazard identification.
• Ability to follow procedures, work within a structured operating environment and complete documentation accurately.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Current driver's licence and ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen.

Pay Rates

• $43.08 per hour
• Weekly pay.
• Day shift only.
• Lifestyle Roster 14.
• Assignment through to January 2027.

Culture

• Safety-first workplace with industry-leading standards.
• Supportive crew environment where teamwork is highly valued.
• Well-maintained site with established operating procedures.
• Stable long-term assignment with consistent hours.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a leading heavy industrial operation.
• Day shift only - no night shifts required.
• Uniform provided and Yellow Medical required prior to commencement.

Requirements

To be considered you will ideally have:

• Previous experience in process operations, manufacturing, mining or heavy industry.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to pass a Yellow Medical and Drug & Alcohol Screen.
• Current driver's licence.