At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate and monitor plant equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations.
- Company: Join Karara Mining, a leading iron ore producer with a family-friendly culture.
- Benefits: Permanent role with on-the-job training, salary sacrifice options, and great camp facilities.
- Other info: Enjoy high-speed internet, gourmet food, and excellent recreational facilities on-site.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team at a major mining operation with a long mine life.
- Qualifications: Must have WA C class Drivers Licence and experience in heavy industry.
The predicted salary is between 66150 - 80850 $ per year.
Karara Mining Limited (KML) is an Ansteel Group company formed as a joint venture with Gindalbie Metals Limited. Ansteel is one of the largest iron ore producers and steel makers in China. Located 200km south-east of Geraldton, Western Australia, Karara is the largest mining operation and the first major magnetite mine in the Mid-West. It produces a premium, high-grade concentrate product for export to steelmakers.
We are seeking capable Process Operators to join our Processing teams based at the Karara Mine Site. This role requires certain physical demands and exposure to challenging environments that involve lifting, pushing, pulling, work at heights and other exertions associated with manual roles as well as a strong commitment to safety while working in an operational mine site environment.
Working on a Full-time 8 days on 6 days off 7 nights on 7 days off roster, FIFO from Perth or DIDO from Geraldton.
To be successful in the role, the following is essential:
- WA C class Drivers Licence
- Skid Steer and/or Forklift Ticket
- Proven experience working in a mining or other heavy industry environment
- Strong understanding of mineral processing
- Sound mechanical aptitude
- Experience with filtration, magnetic separation and flotation is advantageous
- National Police Clearance
To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.
Key Duties (but not limited to):
- Execute daily plant operations as directed to meet production safety and environmental targets
- Operate and monitor plant equipment safely within operating parameters
- Follow operating procedures to maintain plant performance and throughput
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping across all work areas
- Promote safety and environmental awareness by identifying hazards and preventing unsafe practices
- Operate and maintain all concentrator processes from crushing to tailings disposal
- Ensure compliance with all procedures safety and environmental requirements
- Support concentrate quality to meet grade and moisture specifications
- Collaborate with Metallurgy Maintenance and Mining teams
- Complete required daily reporting on time
What we offer:
- A permanent position working directly for Karara Mining Limited
- On-the-job training opportunities and development programs to further your technical and leadership skills
- The ability to salary sacrifice flights, parking, super and novated leasing etc.
- Camp Facilities: 1Gbps Internet Bandwidth on site to enjoy video family face time and internet surfing
- High quality gourmet food options (vegan, gluten free and healthy options)
- Large fully equipped gym facility
- Eco-walking/jogging trail in a natural bush setting, swimming pool, tennis, cricket facilities
Located 200 km south-east of Geraldton in the Shire of Perenjori, Western Australia, Karara has an expected mine life of 30+ years. The operation includes a large open pit mine, complex ore processing and beneficiation plant and significant infrastructure and logistics networks.
Process Operator employer: Karara Mining Ltd
Karara Mining Limited is an exceptional employer, offering a permanent position in a dynamic finance team located in the vibrant Perth CBD. With a strong focus on employee development through on-the-job training and leadership programs, we foster a collaborative work culture that values accuracy and innovation. Our unique location near the largest magnetite mine in the Mid-West provides employees with the opportunity to contribute to a significant operation while enjoying benefits such as salary sacrifice options for flights and parking.
