Date: 21 Apr 2026
Location: Mayfield, Newcastle, NSW, AU, 2304
Company: Orica
About Orica
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent – Ammonia Production to join our Kooragang Island Ammonia Plant in Newcastle, NSW.
This is a senior operational leadership role with end‐to‐end accountability for safe, reliable and efficient ammonia production. You will lead a large, shift‐based operations team, set clear standards, and work closely with maintenance, engineering, logistics and technical partners to deliver production commitments.
Reporting to the Senior Manager – Ammonia Production, you will be a key leader on site, balancing day‐to‐day operational execution with continuous improvement, people capability and strong safety leadership.
The Kooragang Island site produces anhydrous ammonia for downstream nitric acid and ammonium nitrate manufacturing, supporting mining operations across NSW and nationally, as well as agricultural and industrial customers.
What you will be doing
* Setting the safety standard across operations and ensuring strict compliance with HSE and permit‐to‐work requirements.
* Leading and developing Production Team Leaders and day‐work coordinators to build strong shift capability.
* Delivering daily, weekly and monthly production plans while responding effectively to plant upsets and unplanned events.
* Coordinating cross‐functional resources to maintain stable, reliable plant operations.
* Supporting production and logistics planning, including ammonia ship export and East Coast supply requirements.
* Acting as a senior site escalation point through participation in the on‐call roster.
* Ensuring operational readiness for maintenance execution and major shutdowns.
* Driving continuous improvement through investigation of incidents, process deviations and reliability issues.
* Managing people performance, engagement, training, overtime, leave and operational timesheet approvals.
What you will bring
* A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Science or a related discipline, or equivalent operational leadership experience
* Experience leading teams in a manufacturing, processing or continuous production environment
* A strong commitment to safety and care for people
* An inclusive leadership style that builds trust and brings out the best in diverse teams
* Clear communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders
* Sound judgement, resilience and confidence in decision‐making
* A genuine interest in developing others and contributing to a positive team culture
What we offer
As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.
You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.
We respect and value all
Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.
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