AddressSomerset International Australia (Somerset) was established in 2014 with a focus on applying leading edge technologies in the international minerals sector to deliver sustainable mining outcomes and higher resource productivity. The principal technologies relate to mineral processing and recovery, processing plant performance improvement and tailings management across multiple commodities. Somerset has a unique business offering, providing technology and related services at no capital cost to customers. Somerset is owned by private equity interests in the US and its key people are globally recognised leaders in the resources sector.
Somerset has a portfolio of growth opportunities both in Australia and overseas across the minerals sector. We are seeking a suitably qualified person to join our team to deliver on our current and future growth objectives.
About the role:
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will operate on site and off site (remote) and maintain our coal and tailings processing operations. Somerset has numerous operations in the Bowen Basin which are currently maintained from our main base in Mackay. This role works alongside our current maintenance and process team with a primary focus on efficient operation.
Responsibilities:
- Onsite and off-site operation and monitoring of multiple operations.
- Inspect and assist maintaining these operations.
- Responding to faults either remotely or on site.
- Assist in the testing, sampling, analysis, design, commissioning and optimisation of projects and operations.
- Ensure that projects and operations satisfy customer needs and expectations in all respects.
Skills and Experience:
To be considered for this role you will have the following:
- Coal handling and preparation experience
- Either:
- Experienced plant operation or supervision; or
- Electrical Trade qualification with industry experience
- Experience with centrifuge technology and related technologies (conveyors, pumps, electrical systems, etc.)
Ideal Attributes:
- A strong safety culture, a positive attitude and problem-solving skills.
- Self-starter with the ability to prioritise issues on the run.
- A good communicator and works well in a team.
- Ideally you will be located in Mackay
Benefits
You will be a key member of an agile, collaborative team. Work vehicle, computer and phone supplied. Salary is commensurate with experience.
