Process Shift Technician / Operations

From the fresh water you drink, to the chemicals for thriving industries, the ingredients in your food and personal care items, and to the roads you drive home safely on, IXOM is a part of your everyday - we’re behind every life. 

Your role

We currently have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Shift Technician to join our chemical manufacturing plant in Laverton North. We produce chlorine on a continuous basis and as part of a close-knit shift team, you are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the plant, and you will ensure the facility meets SH&E, quality, production, and cost targets.

You will work as part of a team of 5 so you can expect to build strong relations with your colleagues.

Due to the nature of our 24/7 operation, you will be required to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating basis including both days and nights, from 6.00-6.00pm and 6.00pm-6.00am.  As a part of the rostering, this role also attracts a significant flexi days additional leave package.

With our proven progression path, there is a huge opportunity to continue your development and receive significant salary increases.  Comprehensive training is provided in all areas relevant to the role.

The site is a licensed Major Hazard Facility and is managed under a rigorous safety management system, ensuring employees are protected. Our employees work in an environment where safety is always the first priority.

What we offer

• Opportunity to develop skills and experience in operations across a Major Hazard Facility
• Full training in DCS Operation and emergency response
• 200 hours of annual leave per year
• 18 RDO’s per year
• 14 x 12 hour shifts in a 28 day cycle – rotating day / night shifts
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Recognition Program
• Range of health and benefits discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Recognition Program
• Range of health and benefits discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

Your responsibilities

• Hands on field work troubleshooting; ensuring reliable uptime on our process equipment to manufacture various chemical products as per daily and weekly plan
• Issue permits; competent in preparing JSA's for equipment maintenance and preparing plant and equipment for maintenance.
• Be trained in and perform lab analysis to ensure product meets quality requirements
• Be trained and developed in operating the Distribution Control System (DCS) which runs the plant operations
• Operate the site safely in accordance with legislation and H&S standards
• Achieve manufacturing targets
• Assist with safety investigations, raise incidents, and ensure corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Forklift operation required occasionally to load/unload trucks and fill containers
• Be developed in high level safety measures and participate in the emergency response team

Your skills & experience

• Previous experience in an industrial environment with familiarity with liquid process or manufacturing equipment
• Ideally have experience in a continuous process or batch process manufacturing environment
• Ideally posses a trades or technical qualification in electrical or mechanical
• Prior experience in a MHF or chemical manufacturing industry would be very highly regarded
• Valid forklift, boiler and elevated work platform licenses or willingness to achieve them after employment
• Fault finding and problem-solving skills
• The maturity and calmness to deal with emergency situations when required as a part of the emergency response team
• Good communication and time management skills
• Enthusiasm, intelligence, dedication, and an eye for detail
• Previous DCS skills would be advantageous

About IXOM

While IXOM might not be a household name, we have a world-class heritage spanning over 100 years and we play a vital part in the lives of tens of millions of people every day.  We’re the experts behind the scenes, who ensure safe and reliable access and help industries, businesses and local communities to thrive.

IXOM is supported by over 1,100 employees globally and its operations span across four continents and ten countries, with headquarters in Melbourne, Australia. Our products, services and solutions are used across many end markets, including dairy, agriculture, viticulture, power generation, steel, food and beverage, pulp and paper, mining and construction, and water treatment (just to name a few). Everything we do, from the products we make a source, to the supporting services we deliver, is underpinned by unique, in-house expertise and capabilities, and a steadfast commitment to safety, innovation and quality.

Our people are the driving force behind our business and we’re always open to new ideas from our employees. Our size means we're dynamic and adaptable, while still being a secure and industry leading organisation. With a second to none wellbeing program, educational assistance, learning, secondment and promotional opportunities, and an array of additional benefits, we take looking after our people seriously. And, of course, we offer flexible working wherever possible.

Your benefits at IXOM

For a start, you’ll work for a large successful global organisation, where you’ll not only earn a competitive salary, you’ll have access to an Employee Assistance Program, a Recognition Program, and a range of health and benefits discounts. You’ll be provided with ongoing learning and development to meet your professional needs. You’ll be supported by an accessible leadership team who are driven by a solid values platform that underpins who we are and how we operate.

What’s more, you’ll find yourself working with a flexible, diverse, and inclusive workforce. 

We celebrate and nurture our people. We’re focused on embracing change.

There is no better time to join us.

Your next step

To apply for this position, please click the link on this job advert to send your CV to our Talent Acquisition team.

Please note that you must have full working rights to apply.

No agencies please. IXOM will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. You. After all, that’s who we’re really interested in.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

About Our Process

At IXOM we are committed to employing individuals who align with our values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate applicants suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, and reference checks.