Production Operator

3 weeks ago

Whyalla, Australia GFG Alliance Full time
About The Role

As a Production Operator, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of plant and equipment. Reporting to the Processing Lead, you will be responsible for maintaining optimal plant performance by conducting inspections, operating heavy machinery, and contributing to daily production targets. Your hands-on approach, attention to detail, and commitment to safety will support the reliability and productivity of site operations.

Working collaboratively with processing personnel and supporting departments, you will ensure that plant assets are operating at full capacity, in alignment with safety and environmental standards. Your ability to respond to operational needs, carry out inspections, and complete timely reporting will be essential to sustaining production efficiency and plant availability.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate a range of plant and equipment including front-end loaders, water trucks, HR dump trucks, forklifts, light vehicles, and bobcats.
  • Perform regular plant inspections and equipment checks to identify issues and maintain operational readiness.
  • Monitor plant performance using trends and measurements to support production targets and process optimisation.
  • Complete daily plant reporting and accurately document operational data.
  • Collaborate effectively with processing teams and supporting departments to ensure safe and consistent operations.
  • Maintain full compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards.
  • Support shutdowns and maintenance activities as required.
  • Desirable Skills, Licences & Tickets:
  • Experience in a minerals processing or heavy industrial environment
  • Exposure to Control Room operations within a processing plant
  • Front-End Loader
  • Water Trucks
  • HR Dump Trucks
  • Light Vehicles
  • Forklift, EWP, and Bobcat operations

Current Valid Licences
  • Light Vehicle (LV)

Key Benefits

Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to all employees. Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site.
  • Generous parental leave: 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least 12 months. The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply). Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
  • Employee Benefits Program: Employee Added Extras (EAE), our Employee Benefits Program, provides discounts for you and your friends and family on gift cards, shopping, groceries, home products, car rentals, holidays, recreation and more
  • Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees

About Us

SIMEC Mining Iron Ore has operations in South Australia and New South Wales. Our Iron Ore operation in South Australia's Middleback Ranges South of Whyalla consists of three primary sites: Iron Baron, Iron Knob and the South Middleback Ranges. We also have a portfolio of non-ferrous mining assets located in South Australia, including the Ardrossan Dolomite Mine – which supplies dolomite flux to Whyalla Steelworks – as well as a collection of copper-gold exploration projects.

Why Work Here
  • We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry. Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral. You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations. Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.
  • Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life. Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters. You'll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.
  • Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected. You'll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential. The possibilities are limitless.

We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.

It is our ambition to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
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