Process Operator – Rio Tinto (Bell Bay Smelter, TAS)

- Competitive hourly rate + super paid on all hours worked
- 12-hour day/night roster | Residential / DIDO / FIFO from Bell Bay, TAS
- Opportunity to work onsite with Rio Tinto at Bell Bay Smelter

About the Opportunity

Rio Tinto is a global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, producing the materials essential to modern life. Their operations are built on safety, innovation, inclusion and creating value for communities, customers and shareholders.

Through Rio Tinto’s partnership with Chandler Macleod, we are seeking experienced Process Operators to join a safety-focused team at Bell Bay Smelter. You’ll work alongside experienced crews, supporting day-to-day operations while contributing to protected and reliable outcomes.

What you’ll bring to the table

- Strong manual handling capability and physical fitness
- Ability to work in hot, dusty, high-risk environments
- Strong situational awareness and hazard recognition
- Ability to follow detailed processes (SWIs/SOPs) and communicate via radio
- Willingness to work 12-hour day and night shifts
- Commitment to PPE compliance (long sleeves, heat-resistant gear, respirator, gloves, etc.)
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol testing
- Comfortable working in a respirator and around magnetic fields





Nice to have:

- Exposure to industrial environments (smelting, mining, manufacturing)
- Previous shift work experience
- Strong work ethic and reliable attendance

Role demands (important to note):

- High physical workload including lifting up to 25kg, pushing wheelbarrows, raking, and manual skimming
- Working around high temperatures, dust, molten metal and moving machinery

Why join Chandler Macleod?

- Competitive hourly pay paid weekly
- Superannuation on all hours worked
- Consistent roster and work-life balance
- Prospect to gain experience with Rio Tinto
- Dedicated Chandler Macleod support team
- Simple digital onboarding and access to future Rio Tinto opportunities

Apply Now!

Ready to take the next step? Apply today to join Chandler Macleod for an exciting onsite assignment with Rio Tinto. Chandler Macleod reserves the right to close applications early if suitable candidates are identified.

Diversity & Inclusion

Everyone is welcome at Chandler Macleod. We believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives and inclusive teams. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse people, people living with disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

📌 Process Operator (Bell Bay)
🏢 Chandler Macleod
📍 Bell Bay