Specialist - Continuous Improvement

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Date: 17 Mar 2026

Location: Helidon, QLD, AU, 4344

Company: Orica

About Orica

 

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

 

We’re excited to share an opportunity for a Specialist – Continuous Improvement to join our team at Orica Helidon. In this role, you’ll work closely with site and manufacturing teams to identify opportunities, lead practical improvement initiatives, and help shape safer, more efficient ways of working.

 

Based at our Helidon site, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative environment that values safety, learning, and diverse perspectives. Your ideas will be welcomed, your contribution will be visible, and you’ll be encouraged to continue developing your continuous improvement capability while making a real impact on site performance.

What you will be doing

 

  • Work with manufacturing and supply chain teams to identify and deliver improvement opportunities;
  • Use Lean, Six Sigma, and CI tools to improve safety, efficiency, productivity, and cost performance;
  • Help shape site improvement plans and support longer‑term business goals;
  • Coach and support team members to build confidence in continuous improvement ways of working;
  • Improve daily management routines, visual controls, and problem‑solving practices;
  • Ensure all improvements are implemented safely and in line with change management requirements.

What you will bring

 

  • Experience in a manufacturing or operational environment, with involvement in improvement activities;
  • Working knowledge of Lean or CI tools (formal qualifications are a plus, but not essential);
  • Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with different teams and stakeholders;
  • A practical, improvement‑focused mindset with the confidence to lead and influence change;
  • Ability to use data and digital tools to understand performance and share insights.

What we offer

 

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

 

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

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