AddressAbout Orica
At Orica, it's the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.
It's an exciting time to join us - we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.
About the role
We are delighted to announce that we are inviting applications for the role of Production Superintendent to join our Groundwater Treatment Plant (GTP) Team at the Botany Facility.
Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible from an operations perspective to meet the safety, quality, schedule, and cost outcomes of the operations at the GTP and to lead a team of water treaters.
We strongly encourage diversity in every role we have here at Orica. Our Operations Superintendent positions are no exception. Our current employees have a range of backgrounds, experience, qualifications, genders, and expertise. #LI-DNI
What you will be doing
You will be the first point of contact for the Operations group across the program. More specifically, you will:
- Ensure that safety, health, and environmental procedures are adhered to by all.
- Ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of the plant and meet production requirements.
- Lead and manage team of 10-11 Water Treaters and provided engineering support.
- Facilitate communication and review sessions with operations stakeholders.
- Ensure operations teams are trained and capable of operating new and modified plants before commissioning.
- Complete investigations into safety events and conduct audits on permit-to-work and Job Cycle Checks.
- Prepare system and isolation plans for safe and efficient permit-to-work processes, plant commissioning, and start-up.
- Work in collaboration with maintenance and technical teams to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the plant.
What you will bring
- Most importantly, sharing our most important value-safety-is our priority. Always.
- Degree qualification in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical) is preferred.
- 5+ years of continuous manufacturing experience, preferably in a Major Hazard Facility, petrochemical, or chemical manufacturing.
- Technical and/or functional business system applications are required for tasks (e.g. SAP, SF, Concur, analytics/visualization tools, SCADA, engineering software, etc.).
- Strong ability and experience in leading, motivating, and influencing a team.
- Exposure to change management, safety management systems, and project management from your work experiences.
- Well-developed numerical, analytical, and systems skills.
What we offer
As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.
You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.
We respect and value all
Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.
