Technical Trainer/Turnaround Coordinator
Yara grows knowledge to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet, to fulfill our vision of a collaborative society, a world without hunger and a planet respected. To meet these commitments, we have taken the lead in developing digital farming tools for precision farming and work closely with partners throughout the whole food value chain to develop more climate-friendly crop nutrition solutions. In addition, we are committed to working towards sustainable mineral fertilizer production. We foster an open culture of diversity and inclusion that promotes the safety and integrity of our employees, contractors, business partners, and society at large. Founded in **** to solve the emerging famine in Europe, Yara has a worldwide presence of about 17,000 employees and operations in over 60 countries.
About the Unit
The Yara Pilbara Fertilisers' plant is one of the largest ammonia production sites in the world and we have also taken the ammonia process further downstream with the Yara Pilbara Nitrates Technical Ammonium Nitrate (TAN) plant, a joint venture with Orica. Together with ENGIE, Yara Pilbara will also build a renewable hydrogen plant to produce renewable ammonia.
Responsibilities
Yara is seeking applications for the permanent role of Technical Trainer/TA Coordinator. Reporting to the Production Manager YPF, the Technical Trainer/TA Coordinator will be responsible for competency-based training and assessment of YPF operators in operating the Utilities, Ammonia, Storage and Ship Loading areas in a safe and efficient manner. They shall develop and implement the training and assessment program for the different areas of the plant operations, including integration of the plant simulator in the training and assessment program. The Technical Trainer will also be responsible for ensuring all SOPs and Work Instructions are reviewed, updated and the correct revision is available in document control for operator access.
Yara Pilbara is seeking someone to fulfil this opportunity on a 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off roster. This 14-day Monday to Sunday work week on 12-hour day shift work patterns is followed by 2 weeks off work. This role is residential to Karratha. There is no on-call component for this position. This roster pattern will allow access to the full YPF crew, including weekends, to dedicate to driving training and development outcomes within the production team.
Prepare and implement training and assessment modules for the different competency levels of operating plant systems and equipment under various plant conditions and in various areas of the YPF Plant.
Liaise with YPN Technical Trainers for any training synergies and strategies that can impact and improve YPF.
Train and assess operators to perform basic, routine, abnormal and advanced operations in all plant areas in accordance with company policy and within Standard Operating Conditions and Limits (SOCL) to maintain a consistent standard of safety, productivity and reliability.
Train and assess operators to execute start-up and shut-down of plant and equipment; to comply with operator routines including laboratory sampling/analysis; to prepare plant equipment for maintenance repairs and returns to service in a safe and efficient manner as per Work Instruction.
Review and approve the operator check lists, SOPs, work instructions etc.
Provide feedback on improvements to Permit to Work (PTW) procedure, Confined Space Entry procedures, Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Sketches and Pressure Relief Devices (PRDs).
Assist with PTW development and issuing for maintenance of plant systems and equipment.
Train and assess resources for PTW related training modules (PH, JO).
Provide first weeks of inductions for new operators/trainees and actively guide them.
Develop and coordinate the planning, preparation and execution of plant turnarounds and major projects.
Coordinate and manage the interface between operations, maintenance, and projects in accordance with scope execution during turnarounds and major projects.
Coordinate the preparation of the plant for maintenance and project activities during turnarounds and major projects.
Assist in preparation of the plant for maintenance and project activities.
Coordinate shutdown and turnaround lessons-learnt workshops and develop and follow up action plans that capture the successes and improve on the shortfalls of our way of working.
Assist in improvement initiatives/projects to ensure continuous improvements are executed, including but not limited to electronic work permit implementation, design reviews and HAZOPs, turnaround preparation etc.
Profile
Process Plant Operator Certificate IV, Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
Certificate IV in Training and Assessing (or working towards completion).
Minimum of 5 years within a position in the Chemical/petrochemical industry, preferably in an Ammonia Plant environment.
Demonstrate consistent leadership behaviours.
Understanding of the Supply Chain process.
Advanced Team Member participation with a focus of team within a team environment.
Competent usage of Microsoft Office modules.
Knowledge of SAP or equivalent Computerised Management System related to the Department.
Fluent English (verbal and written) is essential.
Additional Information
Yara celebrates diversity in all operations, practices, and engagement. We encourage people from all walks of life, experience, skills, genders and orientations, races, and backgrounds to apply for opportunities within our growing business.
Our values have diversity, equity and inclusion as a foundation, and everyone is part of our success.
What's on offer?
Industry-leading 6 months paid parental leave
Excellent remuneration package including location allowance
Housing support
Utility rebates
Adjusted Shift Allowance (Weekend roster requirement)
Annual retention flights
Annual bonus programme
Salary packaging available
Wellness programmes
Culturally diverse workforce with a DEI Ambassador programme
Apply no later than
10th January ****.
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