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
Responsible for controlling or operating the chemical processes/systems of machines associated with the Nitrates Product Line to the extent of their skill and competence while undergoing comprehensive training program.
What you will be doing
Safety Health & Environment
Comply with all Orica, regulatory, safety, health & environment requirements
Personal leadership, constantly seeking to improve safety •
Provide technical input to risk assessments
Initiate improvement to safety procedures and equipment safety
Deal with emergency situations in the plants
Working Together
Work supportively within an operating team to run the plants
Develop good work relationships with maintenance personnel to maximize plant reliability
Support Engineering personnel with troubleshooting and improvement projects
Deal professionally with support personnel – contractors, carriers, etc.
Attain high level of technical knowledge of the plants and technology
Attain minimum of a 3rd class steam ticket
Commercial Ownership
Operate plants to meet production demands
Run the plants at highest efficiencies and lowest energy consumption
Support continual improvement in productivity
Process and equipment troubleshooting
Prepare equipment for maintenance work
Carry out minor maintenance on shift Creative Customer Solutions
Do all quality testing to assure high product quality
Initiate/support product quality improvement efforts
Become knowledgeable in quality troubleshooting
Provide high level of product and service to internal and external customers
What you will bring
Grade 12 High school diploma minimum.
WHIMS, TDG and other site training requirements.
4th class steam ticket is an advantage
Your qualifications
Possess required training qualifications and experience
Possess unquestioned reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
Builds the trust of others both internally and externally
Demonstrate innate business intellect, achievement orientation and competitive spirit
Exude confidence, yet be without strong ego needs; is self-aware and open to feedback
Show courage to make decisions, yet is patient to make the right ones
Model resilience and flexibility; adapts well to new circumstances and adversity
Demonstrate a bias to working in a team oriented fashion, supporting other’s success
Leadership Stewardship acumen
Strong collaboration skills
Mentoring and coaching skills
Good understanding and focused on customer and business promise deliverables
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.
Benefits (Full Time Employees)
• Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)
• Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year
• Paid Time Off
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.
Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.
We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.
