Job Posting Date: 13 Dec 2025
Function: Production
Location:
Port Pirie, AU
Join Nyrstar Port Pirie as a Plant Operator
We're seeking
Plant Operators
to work across various plant areas at our Port Pirie site. You will work in a shift team operating plant and equipment such as forklifts, cranes and jackhammers safely and efficiently to process material and make metals that are sold to the world's markets.
Working on a 4 days on, 4 days off roster, there are opportunities to work the full shift roster (days and night shifts) with some roles operating across dayshifts only.
We Offer:
* 5 weeks annual leave
* Competitive salary in a regional location (2.5 hrs from Adelaide)
* Discounts on health insurance, gym memberships & novated car leasing
* Subsidised dental care & Employee Assistance Program
* Paid parental leave
* Training & further education support
About you:
Previous experience in heavy industry or Major Hazard Facilities is highly advantageous
Tickets such as Working at Heights, Confined Spaces, and/or Forklift licence preferred
Physically fit – able to pass a pre-employment medical and undertake a physical Operator role
Safety-focused and team-oriented
Residentially based in Port Pirie or surrounding area
About Nyrstar:
Nyrstar is an international producer of critical minerals and metals essential for a low carbon future. With a market leading position in zinc and lead, Nyrstar has mining, smelting and other operations located in Europe, the United States and Australia and employs approximately 4,000 people.
With the support of the Australian, South Australian and Tasmanian Governments, Nyrstar Australia is pursuing opportunities to develop new critical minerals products and distribution channels – repositioning the Australian business for the long term. Nyrstar's operating business is wholly owned by Trafigura, one of the world's leading independent commodity trading and supply chain logistics companies. Visit
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to join a company offering challenge, reward, growth and enjoy the Port Pirie lifestyle
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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.