Processing Operator

Select Recruitment; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full private health insurance

7 days on / 7 days off roster

Company bus transport from Reefton and

Greymouth to site

Opportunity to help shape a growing op

Job summary

Select Recruitment is recruiting for Processing Operators to join Snowy River Gold Mine near Reefton on the West Coast. You will operate and monitor the Snowy River processing plant and associated equipment, ensuring targets are met safely and efficiently.

This hands-on role suits experienced operators or mechanically minded individuals seeking a rewarding career in mineral processing. Opportunity for long-term development and growth within the operation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a mineral processing plant or related mechanical role.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Current driver’s license.
• Physical ability to work in a processing plant and undertake shift work.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor processing plant equipment to maximise safety, performance and recovery.
• Monitor process flows and adjust operating parameters to optimise plant performance.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintain high housekeeping standards.
• Monitor and maintain site water management systems.
• Identify and report equipment issues to minimise downtime.
• Contribute ideas that improve plant performance, reliability and safety.

Skills

Mineral processing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Tools

SCADA systems

Process control software

Forklift operation

Machinery operation

Job description

Snowy River Gold Mine | Reefton, West Coast

Competitive Salary + Private Health Insurance + Accommodation Allowance

Select Recruitment is proud to be recruiting for multiple Processing Operators to join the team at the growing Snowy River Gold Mine near Reefton on the West Coast.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting new mining operation as it moves into production.

What's on Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Full private health insurance
• 7 days on / 7 days off roster (or similar variation)
• Company bus transport from Reefton and Greymouth to site
• Opportunity to help shape a growing mining operation from the ground up
• Long-term career development opportunities within a growing business

The Role

Reporting to the Processing Supervisor, you will operate and monitor the Snowy River processing plant and associated fixed and mobile equipment, ensuring production targets are achieved safely and efficiently.

You'll work across all areas of the processing circuit, including:

• Crushing and milling
• Gravity and intensive leach circuits
• Flotation
• Concentrate filtration and bagging
• Tailings placement and management
• Water recovery and delivery systems

This hands-on position will suit experienced processing plant operators, or mechanically minded individuals looking to build a rewarding career in mineral processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor processing plant equipment to maximise safety, performance and recovery.
• Monitor process flows and adjust operating parameters to optimise plant performance.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintain high housekeeping standards.
• Monitor and maintain site water management systems.
• Identify and report equipment issues to minimise downtime.
• Monitor consumables and reagent usage.
• Raise maintenance requests and spare parts requirements as needed.
• Contribute ideas that improve plant performance, reliability and safety.

Teamwork & Communication

• Work collaboratively with shift crews and site personnel.
• Participate in toolbox meetings and incident investigations when required.
• Support a positive and safety-focused team culture.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Follow site procedures and safe work practices at all times.
• Report hazards, incidents and near misses promptly.
• Maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
• Ensure work areas remain clean, safe and organised.

About You

To be successful, you will have:

• Previous experience in a mineral processing plant, industrial environment, manufacturing operation, or similar role; or strong mechanical aptitude with a willingness to learn.
• A genuine commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Physical capability to work in an operating processing plant and undertake shift work.
• A current driver's licence.

Highly Regarded

• Experience in gold processing operations.
• Experience within grinding and flotation plants.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems or process control software.
• Forklift, loader, telehandler or other machinery operating competencies.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Whether you're an experienced operator or someone with the right attitude and mechanical aptitude, this role offers genuine career growth, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to a growing operation on the West Coast.

IMPORTANT:

• Applicants must have the current right to work in New Zealand (no visa sponsorship available).
• As per our standard recruitment process, all applicants will undergo Pre-employment Reference Checks, Drug and Alcohol screening, along with a Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check to determine employment suitability.