Iluka Resources is a leading global producer of the critical minerals zircon and high-grade titanium dioxide feedstocks (rutile and synthetic rutile). Iluka has also established a significant position in rare earth elements (rare earths) sector. As an international supplier of critical minerals, Iluka’s products are used in an array of applications including technology, construction, medical, lifestyle, defence and industrial uses. As the world moves towards a smarter, safer and sustainable future, Iluka’s high quality products are increasing in demand.
Our people are the foundation of our business and are vital to our success now and into the future. Iluka offers an empowering and inclusive work environment that is as diverse as the communities in which we operate.
About The Role
We are seeking a Shift Process Operator to join the team at our Cataby Operation. The Cataby mining operation is located near the Town of Dandaragan, approximately 150 kilometres north of Perth.
We are looking for applicants with a can-do attitude, a strong focus on safety and productivity, and a demonstrated initiative to achieve site-wide operational excellence. This is a site-based permanent position, working 7 days on, 7 days off, 7 nights on, 7 days off rotation.
Your accountabilities will be:
Your accountabilities will be:
- Control room operation
- Undertaking regular plant inspections and completing check sheets
- Operating both fixed and mobile equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and Safe Work Instructions
- Sampling process streams and reporting and correcting any production variances
- Ensuring plant availability for timely and effective maintenance
- Undertaking appropriate risk and hazard assessments to ensure a safe working environment is sustained
About You
To be successful for this role, you will have:
- Front end-loader / Skid steer / Forklift licenses / HR licence is desirable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to conduct risk assessments (Job Hazard Analysis, Take 2) and adhere to Safe Work Instruction guidelines
- Demonstrated control room knowledge and capability to conduct control room operations
- Proficient in operating Citec SCADA systems or similar
- Pumping operations with priming, basic fault finding, restarting, and shutting down correctly
- Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision as well as part of a small team
- An ability to adapt to changes in work priorities to respond to production requirements
- Demonstrated commitment to further training and skills development
Our Offer To You
- Family-friendly roster
- Be supported through an inclusive and collaborative culture
- Up to 18 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Ability to Purchase Additional Annual Leave
- Competitive Salary and Bonus Structures
- Company share matching scheme
You will be supported, empowered, included and encouraged to be the best version of yourself.
If you share our values of Integrity, Respect, Courage, Accountability and Collaboration; and you have the skills and experience to help us to succeed and deliver sustainable value, apply now.
Full working rights in Australia are required for you to be eligible to apply for this role.
Applications Close: 5 September 2025
“We respect and encourage diversity in a workforce that reflects our communities.”