Tradesperson Fitter

Job Posting Date: 26 Oct 2025

Function: Production

Location:

Port Pirie, AU

Who We Are
Nyrstar is a global multi-metals business, with a market-leading position in zinc and lead, and growing positions in other base and precious metals. Our operations, which include mining, smelting, and other activities, span across Europe, the Americas, and Australia, proudly employing over 4,000 individuals. Our facilities are strategically located near key customers and major transport hubs to optimize the delivery of raw materials and distribution of our finished products. In August 2019, Nyrstar's operational business transitioned to become wholly owned by Trafigura, a market leader in the global commodities industry, providing a stable and long-term platform for its market-leading operations around the world. To learn more about our vibrant and innovative company, Visit

Overview Of The Role
Applications are open for Fitter's to join the Maintenance Department at Nyrstar Port Pirie. Responsible for breakdown repairs, modifications and preventative maintenance activities to all equipment and plant on site.

This is a residential role, based in Port Pirie, South Australia working on the 5/4 roster days only. This is an equal time dayshift only roster of 4 days on, 5 days off, 5 days on, 4 days off, 5 days on, 5 days off. This provides a great balance between work and play, with more days off than the usual two day weekend, including two full weekends off per month. Enabling you to enjoy your lifestyle with family and friends, whilst building a successful career.

Relocation to Port Pirie is part of the package, which encompasses various benefits such as the seamless transfer of your household belongings, provision of temporary accommodation upon your arrival, and a relocation allowance of $5k to assist with any supplementary expenses related to the move.

What does working for Nyrstar mean?
We offer a career of challenge, reward and growth in a company that is focused on being a leader in our field. Safety, Health, Hygiene & Environment are the foundation of all our values – we live safety by living our values:
Ownership, Excellence, Teamwork
and
Integrity.
What we can offer you:

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Competitive salary in a regional location, 2.5 hours' drive from Adelaide
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships and novated car leasing
• Subsidised dental care and access to the Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family
• Paid parental leave (2 weeks) and maternity leave (12 weeks)
• On-the-job training and access to Further Education Assistance

What we need from you:

• Relevant Trade Qualification (minimum Certificate III)
• Heavy industry, mining, smelting or similar experience is highly regarded
• Self-motivated, reliable, and be able to work effectively under pressure whilst being a team player
• Additional qualifications in Dogging, Rigging, EWP, Confined Space and Working at Heights are also highly regarded

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Applications
If you're ready to embrace this challenge and you're looking for the next step in your career, apply now and become a pivotal part of our dedicated team.

Please note you must have unrestricted valid rights to work in Australia. Nyrstar is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity within its workforce. Nyrstar Port Pirie's Safety Policy requires clean shaven employees and is a non-smoking site. As a Major Hazard Facility that is subject to SafeWork SA regulations, you may be asked questions regarding your physical attributes to ensure regulatory compliance. Only applicants who progress to the next stage will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in applying for a position at Nyrstar.

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