Operator

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 earths. 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 motivated and safety-focused Shift Process Operator to support the ongoing operation and upkeep of site infrastructure at our Cataby operation. The Cataby mining operation is located near the Town of Dandaragan, approximately 150 kilometres north of Perth. 

The role is critical to ensuring inspection, maintenance, and improvement activities are completed to the required standard, helping maintain a safe and compliant site while supporting future operational readiness.  

This is a site-based permanent position working a 7 days on, 7 days off, 7 nights on, 7 days off roster.  
 
Your accountabilities will be: 

• Conducting routine inspections and monitoring of tailings storage facilities to ensure ongoing compliance, risk management, and operational integrity 

• Completing plant and infrastructure inspections to identify defects, deterioration, and maintenance requirements before they impact site readiness 

• Supporting maintenance activities, including the replacement and repair of process and water management pipework 

• Assisting with the installation and commissioning of future tailings management systems and associated infrastructure projects 

• Implementing and maintaining effective surface water management controls to minimise environmental risk and protect site assets 

• Undertaking site improvement works to enhance safety, reliability, housekeeping, and overall facility condition 

• Supporting maintenance planning and execution activities to maintain critical infrastructure and equipment 

• Assisting in the development, verification, and maintenance of the isolation database required to support safe and efficient site restart activities 

• Maintaining operational readiness by ensuring plant and infrastructure are preserved in a condition that supports future recommencement of operations 

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: 30 October 2026