Hire Resolve is assisting petrochemical organisations in hiring experienced petrochemical professionals
to support refinery, chemical, and downstream manufacturing operations across Australia. This is a multi-role opportunity covering several functions within the sector, including plant operations, process and project engineering, reliability and maintenance, HSE and process safety, quality and laboratory functions, supply chain, and commercial/technical services. These roles are designed for mid- to senior-level professionals and offer a clear pathway toward senior leadership positions such as Operations/Production Manager, Engineering Manager, Reliability Lead, HSE/Process Safety Manager, and broader site leadership roles.
Key Responsibilities
Lead safe, efficient plant operations across continuous and batch processes, utilities, and supporting units
Drive process optimisation, debottlenecking, yield improvement, energy efficiency, and cost reduction initiatives
Support or lead capital projects from scope definition through execution, commissioning, and handover
Maintain robust technical documentation and change control (P&IDs;, SOPs, operating envelopes, MOC)
Improve asset reliability through preventive/predictive maintenance strategies, RCA, shutdown/turnaround planning, and asset integrity programmes
Ensure compliance with WHS obligations and site HSE management systems, including major hazard controls where applicable
Lead and participate in risk assessments (HAZOP/LOPA), incident investigations, and corrective action closure
Manage contractors and safe systems of work (Permit-to-Work, isolations/LOTO, method statements and risk assessments)
Monitor and improve KPIs across safety, production, quality,



reliability, and budget performance
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Laboratory, Supply Chain, and external vendors to deliver site objectives
Support internal and external audits and inspections; embed continuous improvement programmes
Coach and develop teams through training, competency development, and leadership support
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline (relevant professional registration is advantageous for some roles)
Typically 7–15+ years of experience in petrochemicals, refining, specialty chemicals, polymers, industrial gases, or comparable process manufacturing environments
Demonstrated experience in one or more tracks: operations leadership, process engineering, reliability/maintenance, rotating equipment, HSE/process safety, projects, quality/laboratory, or commercial/technical support
Working knowledge of WHS requirements and high-hazard safety expectations (Permit-to-Work, isolations/LOTO, contractor management, incident investigation, MOC; major hazard facility practices where applicable)
Familiarity with common plant systems and tools such as CMMS/EAM (e.g., SAP/Maximo), process historians (e.g., PI System), and standard engineering documentation practices
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional delivery
Willingness to work onsite in an industrial environment; some roles may involve shift coverage, on-call rotation, or travel depending on site needs
Extra Superannuation - Pension plan
Unpaid Extended Leave
Work From Home - Flexible schedule
Training & Development

📌 Mid-Senior Petrochemical Professionals (Perth)
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📍 Perth