About Us

Aurelia Metals Limited is an Australian gold and base metals mining and exploration company. We own and operate two underground mines and processing facility in New South Wales and have an enviable portfolio of organic growth prospects in the region.

The Role

We are hiring an experienced Senior Mill Operator to perform the critical role of Process Technician within our processing department!

This role involves managing and monitoring all plant operations, including the operation of the flotation circuit and maintaining concentrate grades and recoveries.

Candidates who have Lead and Zinc floatation experience will be highly regarded.

We prefer candidates who already reside in Cobar, but we’re happy to provide up to $10,000 in relocation support to help you settle locally. Please note, FIFO and DIDO are not available for this role.

Roster: 7/7 (Day & Night Shift)

Location: Peak Mine - Cobar NSW

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and adjust reagents, air levels and other parameters in the flotation circuit to maintain production targets for grade and recovery
• Work with metallurgists to optimise flotation performance
• Use the Citect system to monitor and manage grinding, flotation, thickening and tailings circuits
• Communicate with operators and maintenance teams to address any issues and respond to alarms
• Maintain critical settings such as pH, cyanide and dissolved oxygen levels for leach and absorption sections
• Log plant performance data and report to the shift supervisor
• Keep the control room and surrounding areas clean and organised
• Ensure all supplies are stocked for the shift
• Respond promptly to unplanned shutdowns and assist in restoring operations
• Perform routine maintenance tasks as required

About You

Mandatory Tickets and Certifications

To be considered for this role, you must hold the following current tickets and certifications:

• Confined Space Entry
• Working Safely at Heights
• Basic Fire Fighting
• Chemical and Reagent Handling
• Isolation Officer (Level 2) and Personal Lock Holder (Level 1)
• Cyanide Safety
• Elution and Leaching Operations
• Thickening, Clarifying, and Filtration Operations
• Conveyor, Milling, Grinding, and Wet Gravity Separation Operations
• Flotation Operations

Desirable

• Cert III in Resource Processing
• SafeWork NSW Dogging Licence (DG)
• SafeWork NSW Elevated Work Platform Licence (WP)
• Isolation Permit Holder (Level 3)
• SafeWork NSW Forklift Licence (LF)
• Chemical Awareness
• Monitor Tailings Dam Environment
• Tailings Dam Safety Management

Why work for us?

• Safety and people are always our number one priority

• Employee referral program of $7500 for selected roles

• Short-term incentive program

• Participation in our employee share scheme

• Discounted health insurance and novated leases

• 18 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers

• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ready to get started? Simply hit the apply now button!

We actively promote a culture where everyone feels safe, included and respected. We welcome differences of thought and people from all backgrounds as we strive to create an inclusive workplace.