QAL Process Operator Traineeship

2 weeks ago


Gladstone QLD, Australia Queensland Alumina Limited Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year
Jumpstart Your Career with a QAL Process Operator Traineeship

If you're looking for a role where you can grow, develop new skills, and be part of a supportive team, we want to hear from you

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a team where your contributions are valued.

  • Enjoy the lifestyle of this close-knit community, surrounded by stunning natural attractions.

  • Access company benefits, including subsidised private health insurance.

  • Earn a Nationally Recognised Qualification – Complete a Cert III in Process Plant Operations over a 2-year fixed-term traineeship.

  • Benefit from a lifestyle roster (12-hour day & night shifts).

What You'll Do:

As a Process Operator Trainee, you'll receive training and mentoring from industry professionals while learning to:

  • Operate and control plant equipment safely.

  • Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and equipment isolations.

  • Use basic hand tools for essential tasks.

  • Perform daily Housekeeping & Tasks.

  • Assist with emergency breakdowns and process improvements.

  • Develop computer skills for operational tracking.

  • Maintain high safety, environmental, and workplace standards.

About you – what we're looking for

We're looking for motivated team players who are ready to take on a role in a dynamic industrial environment. To thrive in this position, you'll need:

  • A strong commitment to keeping yourself and your team safe.

  • A drive to work collaboratively and contribute to shared success.

  • Ability to perform manual tasks in a hot, industrial setting on a 12-hour continuous shift roster.

  • The skill to prioritise tasks and manage responsibilities effectively.

  • Confidence in working with teammates and external contractors to keep operations running smoothly.

  • A proactive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a focus on achieving personal and team goals.

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable being themselves. We value diverse perspectives and believe they are essential to our success. All voices are heard, and we treat each other with fairness and dignity, regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other difference.

At QAL, we especially encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTQ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and individuals from various cultural backgrounds.

If you are looking for a new venture and the chance to work for a company that cares about being Safe, Stable and Sustainable, apply today.

Applications Close: Sunday, 8 June 2025



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