Plant Operator

Why Orica?

As part of a global organisation, you’ll work in a collaborative, inclusive culture where your contribution creates meaningful impact. We provide flexible career pathways, learning opportunities, and a safe and supportive workplace where your potential can thrive.  At Orica, our people are shaping the future of safe, responsible, and sustainable industry.

Orica is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the role

We are thrilled to announce that Orica Kalgoorlie is expanding! Our business is thriving, and we are looking to increase our workforce in our Explosives Reserves Plant. We are seeking Manufacturing Plant Operators to join our friendly and supportive team. 

As a Manufacturing Plant Operator, you will operate both fixed and mobile plant machinery to produce chemicals and packages used in the blasting process for mining, quarrying, and infrastructure projects.

 It is important to note that we do not necessarily need people with experience in manufacturing plant environments. We are looking for people with energy, drive, enthusiasm and that share the same values as we do here at Orica. We will provide extensive training for the successful candidates, and all the tools needed to spark a brand new career with a truly global market-leading company.

To be considered you must reside in the Kalgoorlie Region or be willing to relocate at your own cost and be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Salary/Roster

The starting salary for Manufacturing Plant Operators is $95,000 per annum, with level increases as you progress with provided training and experience. We offer a Monday to Friday roster with a weekly rotating schedule of morning and afternoon shifts  with the occasional planned Saturday.

What you will be doing

• Safely and efficiently operating equipment, plant and machinery inside our manufacturing plant to achieve customer demand (full training provided);
• Assisting with general plant maintenance tasks when required.
• Performing some labour-intensive duties relating to pick and pack production.
• Working within a tight-knit, supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Participate and drive Quality standards, 5S and Continuous Improvement in the workplace

What you will bring

• A positive friendly attitude and a willingness to learn;
• A current Forklift license and experience operating (desirable);
• Previous experience operating a Filipac or Kartridge Pak machinery (Highly Desirable);
• Current C Class driving license;
• Experience in a manufacturing environment (desirable).
• A good level of physical fitness;
• Ability to pass police checks and pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol screen;
• Commitment to working with safety as a priority.