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Form of workThe 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.
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Yara International: Yara International | Responsibly feed the world and protect the planet
Yara Pilbara: Yara Pilbara | Yara Australia
We are always looking for ambitious and curious-minded colleagues who are keen to make a difference, whilst residing in the nearby coastal city of Karratha, Western Australia, a key community in the region with a resource focus and a relaxed, friendly lifestyle. All Karratha-based roles offered are on a residential basis.
Looking for an exciting new challenge?
Yara are seeking applications for their permanent role of Logistics and Materials Handling Technician (2IC. Reporting to the Senior Logistics and Materials Handling Technician, the Logistics and Materials Handling Technician (2IC) is responsible for overseeing the Materials Handling and logistics operations of Ammonium Nitrate and Ammonium Nitrate Solution at Yara Pilbara Nitrates.
The employee shall work with external logistics providers and Orica Mining Services Pilbara to ensure trucks are received and dispatched in a safe and timely manner.
The primary responsibilities include:
• Participate in Materials Handling and logistics operations of Ammonium Nitrate, bagging, bulk, containerised and ANSol. consignments.
• Operate, Integrated Tool Carriers, Forklifts, Conveyors and other bulk handling equipment
• Assist the Logistics and Materials Handling Superintendent & Logistics and Materials Handling Coordinator in the development, review and implementation area specific policies and procedures.
• Communicate plant, process and equipment issues to the Logistics and Materials Handling Coordinator
• Conduct daily and weekly prestart and Tactical Implementation Plan meetings
• Assist in writing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures
• Monthly follow up of Production department’s lead Key Performance Indicators
• Actively participate and drive the Yara Productivity System (YPS) in the Ammonium Nitrate Bulk, Container, Bagging, and ANSol loading Areas.
• Administrative tasks, including but not limited to; purchasing, SAP activities, site access requests, Material Movement Permits, and consignment documentation
• Assist in the investigation and take corrective actions to address production losses, trips and incidents
• Support the Logistics and Materials Handling Coordinator in recruiting contractor Bagging Operations staff
• Provide training to the Bagging Operators
• Ensure operational readiness of Plant and Equipment
• Conduct Logistic and Materials Handling area plant start-ups and shutdown
• Report product quality issues to the Logistics and Materials Handling Superintendent, Logistics and Materials Handling Coordinator, Production Chief Superintendent and Shift Superintendents
• Cooperate and work with Engineers to resolve complex problems
• Drive and implements cost saving strategies across the department
• Fulfil Senior Material Handling and Logistic Technician Duties in their absence
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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.
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• Certificates; III in Logistics, III in Business and/or III in Process Plant / ESI / RII are highly desirable
• Integrated Tool Carrier operations Ticket, EWP Ticket, Forklift Ticket
• Work at Heights Certificate, Confined Space Entry Ticket, Gas Testing Ticket
• Dogging or Rigging Basic (preferred)
• Minimum two years’ experience in a Similar role or Operations role within the Mining, Oil & Gas or Petrochemical/manufacturing industry
• Major Hazard Facility and Dangerous Goods experience highly desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Proficiency in SAP
• Fluent English (verbal and written) is essential.
• Australian/New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary work visa holders are not eligible for this role.
• Housing assistance provided
• 5 weeks annual leave
• 2D 2N 4 off roster
• $35,000 per annum regional location allowance
• $1,000 annual Health and Wellness allowance
• Annual bonus program with a target of one month’s base salary
• $3,000 p.a. electricity/water utility reimbursement
• Flights for yourself and dependents, twice per year, after initial service period
• Relocation assistance
• As well as 6 months paid primary parental leave, culturally diverse workforce with a DEI Ambassador program, salary packaging, and active Social Club
