Position Details:
•Job Title: Shift In-Charge - Ammonia
•Location: Karratha, Western Australia
•Number of Roles: 1
•Project: Project Ceres – Perdaman Urea Plant
•Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
•Start Date: ASAP
To oversee and coordinate the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the ammonia plant during assigned shifts. The Shift In-Charge is responsible for achieving production targets, maintaining plant integrity, ensuring adherence to safety and environmental standards, and leading shift personnel in accordance with standard operating procedures and organizational policies.
This role plays a critical part in optimizing plant performance, minimizing unplanned downtime, and driving operational excellence across the production unit.
Education & Qualifications:
•Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petrochemical Engineering, or equivalent
•Additional certifications in safety or process operations (preferred)
Experience:
•12–16 years of experience in ammonia plant operations (preferably with large-scale or integrated chemical complexes)
•At least 5-7 years in a supervisory or shift leadership role
Skills & Competencies:
•Strong knowledge of ammonia production processes (e.g., steam methane/AT reforming, air separation, synthesis loop)
•Familiarity with DCS (Distributed Control Systems) and plant automation tools
•Strong leadership and decision-making skills under pressure
•Good understanding of P&IDs, SOPs, Interlock/Logic diagrams, PTW systems, and root cause analysis
•Excellent communication and coordination skills
Key Responsibilities:
•Shift Operations Management
•Production & Performance Monitoring
•Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Compliance
•Team Leadership & Shift Supervision
•Equipment Monitoring & Maintenance Coordination
•Reporting & Documentation
•Emergency Preparedness
How to Apply:
For more details, connect with us at recruitment@perdaman.com or preeti.verma@perdaman.com
About Perdaman Chemicals and Fertilisers:
Perdaman Chemicals and Fertilisers, based in Western Australia, is developing Project Ceres—Australia's largest and one of the world's biggest urea plants, with a USD $4.5 billion investment and a capacity of 2.3 million metric tons per year. Located in Karratha, the plant will use feedstock from Woodside under a 20-year supply agreement and has a 20-year offtake agreement with Incitec Pivot. Urea is a safe, non-toxic fertiliser vital for boosting global agricultural productivity. The project will support the fertiliser supply chain, add value to Australian resources, and create around 2,000 jobs, including 200 permanent roles, boosting the local economy.