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Newcrest is committed to building a diverse workforce. Our strategic focus is on gender diversity and diversity to reflect the communities in which we operate. Creating an inclusive culture will enable us to leverage the richness of cultures across our workforce and the capability of our diverse employees to get better business outcomes.
Our technical expertise is something we are quietly proud of. Through our investment in research and development, we have advanced the technical development of our mining methods, achieving operational efficiencies. Whether you are part of our offices, or at one of our sites near or far, you will find so much more than you expect.
Operations near and far
Located in the Great Sandy Desert in East Pilbara, Western Australia, Telfer is a fly in out fly out operation from Perth which recognizes the importance of work-life balance. Our comfortable, well furnished rooms include Foxtel, and our site offers quality food with healthy options, medical care, sports and recreation activities. Families are welcomed several times a year to open days to support our community feel at Telfer.
Who we’re looking for
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, this role will see you maintain a safe work environment all while focusing upon troubleshooting plant operating problems.
The key deliverables of this role include, but not limited to:
- Monitor designated areas of the process plant and accurately record data as required by Production and Metallurgy Departments including all log sheets and downtime / standby time records
- Conduct operational and prestart checks, liaise with other Production Operators and perform all assigned tasks required to ensure optimal operation of the plant
- Carry out all tasks as directed by the Production Supervisor in a timely manner and carry out other cross departmental tasks as required
- Actively participate in shift changeovers ensuring all reporting requirements have been completed along with an effective handover
- Participate in training to gain competence in operating procedures, safety systems and environmental requirement
- Develop key relationships with other departments such as Operators, Plant Metallurgists, Training Officers, OHS and Mill Maintenance.
To succeed in this role, you will be a collaborative team player, with a can-do attitude and hands-on experience in a processing plant.
Please note: C Class Drivers License is essential
To be considered, applicants will have ideally have
- Background in mining processing e.g. crushing, grinding and flotation
- Strong knowledge of isolations and isolation identification
- Practical ability in mobile machinery
- Have or willing to obtain licenses such as High Risk, Bobcat ticket, Front End Loader ticket Forklift ticket etc
- Excellent communication skills
Please note: This is a permanent full-time role at our Telfer mine site, FIFO from Perth on an 8 days on /6 days off, 7 nights on /7 off roster.
Our commitment to you
Newcrest is committed to building a diverse workforce. Our strategic focus is on gender diversity and diversity to reflect the communities in which we operate. Creating an inclusive culture will enable us to leverage the richness of cultures across our workforce and the capability of our diverse employees to get better business outcomes.
If you are seeking a new career challenge, where you can transfer your existing skills, into a positive and empowering team environment, we’d love to hear from you!
At this stage, we are not accepting any external agency CVs for the opportunity.