About the opportunity
As Australia's newest uranium producer, we're growing and looking for a Process Plant Operator to join our team at the Honeymoon mine site in South Australia.
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you'll work with a small team to operate and monitor the mine's wellfields and process plant, ensuring that it operates safely and efficiently.
We're looking for a team member who enjoys outdoor, demanding physical work, is highly adaptable to changing work routines and has a strong work ethic.
Working on a small site, you'll need excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
The role will be FIFO from the Adelaide charter terminal direct to site on an 8:6 rotating roster. We will also consider DIDO from Broken Hill.
In terms of specific responsibilities, you will:
* Ensure plant housekeeping and cleanliness is maintained to required standards.
* Ensure reagents are unloaded safely.
* Monitor process equipment and parameters to detect and resolve issues.
* Perform routine plant checks/inspections and report issues to maintenance staff.
* Record and report a range of process data.
* Collect and log wellfield and plant samples, including final product samples.
* Follow standard operating procedures, including start-up/shut-down procedures, to ensure safe and efficient plant operation.
* Collaborate with other departments to optimize plant performance.
About You
What you'll need:
* A valid Australian driver's license, with the ability to drive a manual vehicle.
* A forklift license, telehandler and Elevated Work Platform(EWP) tickets.
* Experience in process plant operations in mining or related industry.
* An understanding of pumps, valves and process flows.
* A familiarity with process control systems and instrumentation.
* Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse and troubleshoot complex plant issues.
* The willingness to work in a remote location, in extreme temperatures.
* A strong focus on and commitment to, working safely.
* A Certificate III in Process Plant Operations or similar.
While not essential, the following tickets/licenses will be highly regarded:
* Front end loader
* Dogman
* Bridge & Gantry crane
* Bobcat, backhoe or excavator
What We Offer
We take pride in fostering a supportive team environment that values collaboration and professional growth.
As part of our team, you will enjoy:
* Chartered flights direct to site, camp accommodation and all meals.
* 24/7 on site gym.
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your well-being.
* Salary packaging and motor vehicle novated leasing options.
* Access to our incentive bonus program.
If you would like to be a part of a developing mine and contribute to our growth and ongoing success, we'd love to hear from you. It's an exciting time to join us
Please note applicants must be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia.
About Us
Boss Energy is a publicly listed company which recently became Australia's newest uranium producer. Boss Energy owns the Honeymoon uranium mine in South Australia, which is fully licensed for uranium exports of up to 3.3mlb and is run by an industry experienced team of mining professionals. With the recent purchase of a 30% stake in the Alta Mesa Uranium Project in South Texas USA, Boss Energy has reaffirmed its vision to become a global uranium supplier.
We will not be accepting agency referrals for this position.