At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the build and operation of a cutting-edge metal leaching pilot plant.
- Company: Join Orivium, a pioneering deep-tech venture reshaping copper production.
- Benefits: Enjoy a top-quartile salary, benefits, and a chance to influence industry change.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative team driving groundbreaking advancements in copper leaching.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in sustainable technology and advance your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in mineral processing, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for innovation.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 $ per year.
We're looking for a process plant manager to coordinate the build and operation of our metal leaching pilot plant in Orange, NSW. You'll work with a cross-functional team including engineering, operations and metallurgists, process optimisation teams and regulatory and environmental compliance specialists. The work is hands-on, the decisions are consequential, and the feedback loop between pilot plant and commercial-scale operations planning is short.
Key responsibilities
- Design, commission, and operate the pilot plant to prove process performance, and cost assumptions at scale; troubleshoot technical and operational bottlenecks.
- Translate pilot results into actionable insights for commercial deployment, including process documentation, standard operating procedures, and detailed capex/opex estimates.
- Manage safety, environmental compliance, and regulatory approvals for plant operations in NSW, maintaining all licensing and reporting requirements.
- Lead a small operations team, hire and train plant operators, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and safety.
About you
- 3+ years managing or operating mineral processing / chemical plants, with hands-on experience in commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimising production.
- Strong problem-solving and project management skills, comfort with ambiguity, ability to prioritise competing demands, and drive projects to completion with limited resources.
- Technical foundation, understanding of metallurgy or hydrometallurgical operations (or demonstrable ability to learn quickly).
What we offer
Top-quartile salary and benefits and a seat at the table on a technology with the potential to reshape how the world produces copper.
About us
Orivium is a deep-tech venture commercialising a novel electrochemical oxidant for copper leaching. Our Super Oxidiser unlocks chalcopyrite - the 70% of the world's copper that conventional heap leaching can't economically reach. We're now scaling from pilot to commercial demonstration, and we're building the technical team to do it.
Process Plant Manager – Orange employer: Orivium
Orivium is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Orange, NSW, where innovation meets collaboration. As a Pilot Plant Manager, you'll not only lead a dedicated team but also have access to professional growth opportunities and a strong commitment to safety and environmental standards. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and fosters a culture of excellence.
