Process Operator

About DRA Global

Revolutionise your career with DRA Global Limited a leading international engineering, project delivery, and operations management group specialising in the mining, minerals, and metals industry. With a remarkable legacy spanning over four decades and a global presence across Africa, the Middle East, North and South America, Australia, and the Asia-Pacific, we offer an unparalleled experience for growth and innovation.

About the role

We are seeking experienced Process Operators to join the operations team at the Mount Carlton Gold Operation as the site transitions through refurbishment, ramp-up and into steady-state operations.

This is a hands-on role for operators who take pride in running plant safely, maintaining stable process conditions and working as part of a tight, site-based team. You will be actively involved in day-to-day plant operation, monitoring, troubleshooting and continuous improvement across the processing circuit.

This role will be offered on a Max Term Full Time Contract and will see you work a 8/6 Roster. This role will be DIDO/BIBO from the Townsville Region. Accommodation and Meals are supplied whilst on site.

Duties will include but not be limited to:-

• Operate and monitor the processing plant in line with site procedures, metallurgical requirements and production targets.
• Operate Mobile plant as necessary to ensure plant Operational requirements are maintained
• Conduct routine inspections, checks and housekeeping across the plant and associated infrastructure.
• Identify, troubleshoot and respond to process upsets, alarms and abnormal operating conditions.
• Complete isolations, permit requirements and pre-start checks in accordance with site safety systems.
• Work closely with Maintenance and Metallurgy teams to support plant reliability and performance.
• Accurately record operational data, logs and handover information.
• Contribute to plant start-ups, shutdowns and commissioning activities.
• Actively participate in safety initiatives, risk assessments and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping and operational discipline at all times.

To be successful in this role, you will have:-

• Relevant plant operation tickets and licenses (desirable).
• Loader
• EWP
• Forklift
• Integrated Tool carrier
• Previous experience in gold processing or Flotation circuits (highly regarded).
• Demonstrated experience operating within a mineral processing plant or similar industrial environment.
• Solid understanding of process plant equipment such as crushers, mills, conveyors, pumps, screens and associated systems.
• Ability to recognise process trends, identify issues and respond appropriately.
• Strong safety mindset with a commitment to following procedures and site standards.
• Current Australian Drivers License – Essential
• Right to Work in Australia – Essential 

Please note, that as apart of our recruitment process you will be required to complete a police clearance, Functional Capacity Evaluation and drug and alcohol screen.

We value diversity and the benefits it brings to achieving our objectives, enhancing our reputation, and attracting, engaging, and retaining talented people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability, and ethnicity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Our commitment to equal opportunities and a diverse workplace is embodied in our values of People, Safety, Trust, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.