About the company: Our client is one of Australia's leading science and technology organisations.
Based at Lucas Heights, this permanent opportunity sits within their Minerals team supporting a range of specialised projects.
About the role: We are looking for a practical and reliable Process Operator who enjoys taking ownership of their work.
To be eligible, you must be an Australian Citizen.
This is a hands-on, highly independent position where you will manage your own daily priorities, operate processing equipment and prepare materials for further testing.
The environment is clean and organised but can be dusty, with a mix of processing and warehouse-based work.
Duties: Operate crushing, milling and grinding equipment Sort and prepare materials for further processing Manage your own workload, priorities and turnaround times Receive, move and organise samples within the warehouse Operate a forklift and complete occasional manual handling Maintain accurate sample records and documentation Assist with pilot plant setup when required Follow established safety procedures and SOPs Skills/experience: Previous machine, process or production operator experience Current Forklift Licence – essential Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision Strong organisation and ability to manage competing priorities Comfortable with repetitive processing and sorting tasks Able to occasionally lift approximately *****kg Basic computer and data entry skills Robust safety awareness and willingness to follow procedures Must be willing and able to complete government security clearance process Experience within manufacturing, production, materials processing, construction products or similar environments will be highly regarded.
Culture Benefits: Permanent position with long-term career stability Generous 15.4% employer superannuation Structured training on specialised equipment Workplace physiotherapist and health screening programs On-site fitness options Active social clubs and lunchtime sporting activities If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now!
Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).
Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priangel at ************************************ With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil Gas, Power Renewables, Chemicals, Construction Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide.
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