Pulp Mill Production Operator in Tumut

Looking for a long-term career opportunity? We are searching for experienced Pulp and Paper Industry Process Controllers for Chemical Recovery & Evaporation as well Digester, Recaust & Lime Kiln processes, to join our Pulp and Paper team at Visy Tumut.

• Great on-site culture and attractive payrates
• Perfect central regional location in Australia – close to Melbourne and Sydney!
• Outstanding rotating roster for work life balance
• Job Security with a Leading Company
• Employee Assistance & Employee Benefits Programs

As a Pulp Mill Operator based at our Visy Tumut pulp & paper mill, you are responsible for the safe, efficient and effective operation and monitoring of plant and equipment within the Pulp Mill.

• Work across various manufacturing processes including Digester & Fibreline, Re-causticizing, Lime Kiln, Chemical Recovery & Evaporation, Power Generation & Steam Distribution and other Utilities systems within a closed-loop, integrated pulp and paper mill.
• Remotely control these processes (startup, operate and shut down) through a Digital Control System (DCS) from the pulp mill control room.
• Conduct inspections, checks, routine tasks, process sample collections and manual control changes physically in the field.
• Analyze, identify, record and correct or manage process performance & efficiency.
• Identify and report maintenance requirements.
• Isolate and de-isolate plants and equipment for maintenance requirements.
• Work with mill maintenance, technical and other operational teams to achieve overall mill production and continuous improvement targets.

What You Will Bring:

• Tertiary qualification within any of the following areas as a minimum; Certificate III, Diploma or Bachelors in Pulp & Paper Operations or Technology; Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Solid prior experience (minimum 5 years) in a Pulp Mill, Refinery or similar complex high risk manufacturing environment.
• Holding a Boiler and/or Turbine high risk work license (ticket) is highly advantageous.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can demonstrate your aptitude and ability to troubleshoot complex production process and equipment issues under pressure.
• You have a safety-first mindset and always comply with OHS&E policies and procedures.
• Attitude & Aptitude to Learn and complete training modules.
• Basic computer skills.
• Physical readiness to work on your feet, climb stairs and use PPE in hot/noisy areas.
• Reliability on a 24/7 rotating roster (days/nights/weekends/public holidays).

About Visy

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. As Australia’s leading recycled and kraft paper manufacturer, Visy Pulp and Paper is a big part of our business. Our integrated recycling and manufacturing operations means we collect paper and cardboard from households and businesses and turn it into up to 100% recycled paper. We are also home to the world’s most environmentally friendly kraft paper mill in Tumut, providing high-quality kraft paper for domestic and international markets. The paper we produce supplies our board facilities across Australia and New Zealand, where it is remanufactured into cardboard packaging for the food and beverage industry.

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing)

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

These roles are only open to candidates currently residing in Australia with full working rights.