Company description:

The Yara Pilbara Fertilisers' plant is one of the largest ammonia production sites in the world and we have also taken the ammonia process further downstream with the Yara Pilbara Nitrates Technical Ammonium Nitrate (TAN) plant, a joint venture with Orica. Together with ENGIE, Yara Pilbara will also build a renewable hydrogen plant to produce renewable ammonia.

Find out more about:

Yara International: Yara International | Responsibly feed the world and protect the planet
Yara Pilbara: Yara Pilbara | Yara Australia

We are always looking for ambitious and curious-minded colleagues who are keen to make a difference, whilst residing in the nearby coastal city of Karratha, Western Australia, a key community in the region with a resource focus and a relaxed, friendly lifestyle. All Karratha-based roles offered are on a residential basis.

Job description:

Looking for an exciting new challenge?

Yara are seeking applications for their permanent role of Logistics and Materials Handling Technician.

Reporting to the Senior Logistics and Materials Handling Technician, the Logistics and Materials Handling Technician is responsible for overseeing the materials handling and logistics operations and shall work with external logistics providers and Orica Mining Services Pilbara to ensure trucks are received and dispatched in a safe and timely manner.

The primary responsibilities include:

• Participate in materials handling and logistics operations of Ammonium Nitrate, bagging, bulk, containerised and ANSol. consignments.
• Operate; Integrated Tool Carriers, Forklifts, Conveyors and other bulk handling equipment
• Assist the Logistics and Materials Handling Superintendent in the development, review and implementation area specific policies and procedures
• Communicate plant, process and equipment issues to the Logistics and Materials Handling Superintendent
• Conduct daily and weekly prestart and Tactical Implementation Plan meetings
• Assist in writing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures
• Monthly follow up of Production department's lead Key Performance Indicators
• Actively participate and drive the Yara Productivity System (YPS) in the Ammonium Nitrate Bulk, Container, Bagging, and ANSol loading Areas.
• Administrative tasks, including but not limited to; purchasing, SAP activities, site access requests, Material Movement Permits, and consignment documentation
• Assist in the investigation and take corrective actions to address production losses, trips and incidents
• Support the Logistics and Materials Handling Superintendent in recruiting contractor Bagging Operations staff
• Provide training to the Bagging Operators
• Ensure operational readiness of Plant and Equipment
• Conduct Logistic and Materials Handling area plant start-ups and shutdown
• Report product quality issues to the Logistics and Materials Handling Superintendent, Production Coordinator and Shift Superintendents
• Cooperate and work with Engineers to resolve complex problems
• Drive and implements cost saving strategies across the department

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Additional Information

Yara celebrates diversity in all operations, practices, and engagement. We encourage people from all walks of life, experience, skills, genders and orientations, races, and backgrounds to apply for opportunities within our growing business.

Our values have diversity, equity and inclusion as a foundation, and everyone is part of our success.

For more information on Yara International please access www.yara.com.au

Yara reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date without prior notice.

Previous applicants need not re-apply.

Apply no later than

May 15 2025

Profile description:

• Certificates; III in Logistics, III in Business and/or III in Process Plant / ESI / RII are highly desirable
• Integrated Tool Carrier operations Ticket, EWP Ticket, Forklift Ticket
• Work at Heights Certificate, Confined Space Entry Ticket, Gas Testing Ticket
• Dogging or Rigging Basic is preferred
• Minimum two years' experience in a similar role, or Operations role within the Mining, Oil & Gas or Petrochemical/manufacturing industry
• Major Hazard Facility and Dangerous Goods experience is highly desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Proficiency in SAP
• Fluent English (verbal and written) is essential
• Australian/New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary work visa holders are not eligible for this role.

We offer:

• $46,000 per annum Karratha housing assistance for duration of employment
• 6 weeks of paid annual leave
• Sportsman roster currently on trial; to be confirmed mid-year whether to adopt permanently or revert to 2D2N, 4 off
• $35,000 per annum regional location allowance
• $1,000 annual Health and Wellness allowance
• Annual bonus program with a target of one month's base salary
• $3,000 p.a. electricity/water utility reimbursement
• Flights for yourself and dependents, twice per year, after initial service period
• Relocation assistance
• As well as 6 months paid primary parental leave, culturally diverse workforce with a DEI Ambassador program, salary packaging, and active Social Club