Process Technician  [Feb.11, 2010]

Location: Mt. Keith, Australia

Reference Number: SE614886AB

At BHP Billiton, our vision for sustainable development is to be the company of choice – creating sustainable value for shareholders, employees, contractors, suppliers, customers, business partners and host communities.

Central to our vision is our aspirational goal of Zero Harm to people, the environment and the community.

Further to this, our people are our most significant asset and number one priority and therefore Zero Harm drives all our operations.

A demonstrated commitment to health and safety leadership is a pre-requisite for being considered for any opportunities or career advancement within the business.

Mt Keith Operation is located 460 kilometres north of Kalgoorlie in the Northern Goldfields. Mt Keith Operation is a surface mining operation with an open pit and concentrator plant. The operation is surrounded by pastoral stations, with the nearest townships being Leinster and Wiluna.

There’s plenty to keep you entertained in the Mt Keith Village. Take the heat off the day and head to the pool – or join in a game of footy. BBQ dinners are regularly held and other social activities include live bands and movie nights. Employees commute to and from Perth on a fly in / fly out 8/6 roster with the flight in a jet aircraft taking just over one hour.

We have an immediate opportunity for an experienced Process Technician to join the team at our Mount Keith Operation – excellent remuneration, benefits and roster on offer.

Purpose

The role of Process Technician is responsible for the day to day operation of the concentrator including measurement of key variables associated with production.

Requirements

As a clear communicator you will have the ability to influence others to drive positive outcomes for the business.

Ideally you will have previous experience in a large-scale mineral processing plant with exposure to SAG/Ball Mills, flotation circuits, thickeners and pressure filters. Mechanically minded candidates who display good problem solving, analytical, planing and organisational skills will also be considered

A copy of all current qualifications must be provided at the time of interview

Nickel West aspires to Zero Harm, to people, the environment and the community. A demonstrated commitment to health and safety leadership is a pre-requisite for being considered for any opportunities or career advancement within the business.

Indigenous applicants strongly encouraged to apply.

Short listing for this position will commence on 19 February 2010, however we do reserve the right to close this position earlier than stated. To enable us to process your application as quickly as possible simply click on the ‘apply’ button below.

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