Want to contribute to a sustainable future? Join Lynas Rare Earths as we finalise commissioning of our Kalgoorlie Rare Earths Processing Facility.The Opportunity:Lynas is in the final stages of commissioning the Kalgoorlie Rare Earths Processing Facility (REPF), and is a key strategic platform for critical production, which combines pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical processes within the one mineral processing plant.We’re looking for a target driven and collaborative team-centric Maintenance Supervisor who will help drive our maintenance strategies and achieve ongoing availability of the plant, whilst providing guidance, leadership and support to the efficient maintenance fitters on crew.Our new Plant is just 5 minutes from town, and this position is being offered on a Monday – Friday 5/2 or 5/2/4/3 roster. Being Kalgoorlie residential, you will be home every night and have your weekends off. (Not FIFO)You will be Responsible for:Supervise and monitor the work scheduling of technicians in maintenance activitiesIntegrate with other key stakeholders and departments to ensure plant targets are achieved safelyLead maintenance planning activities in conjunction with maintenance plannerProvide technical support for problem solving maintenance issuesIdentify maintenance requirements and improvementsManage contractors to complete maintenance worksEnsure maintenance coverageCoordinate the ordering of adequate spares, materials, and consumablesEnsure a safe and healthy work environment.About the Successful Applicant:Prior experience in a leadership/supervisor position in the mining or processing industryAustralian recognised Trade Certificate – Mechanical or equivalent Schedule 26 (WHS legislation) certificationWest Australian C Class Manual Drivers License (minimum)Previous suitable experience in a mechanical-fitter capacityCurrent Highrisk Work licenses – WP, LF, CN, RB or aboveConstruction Industry White CardSound computer and administrative skills (Microsoft Suite)Full Australian working rightsMust reside locally within the Goldfields region for our residential site, or be willing to relocateMaintain facial hair/jewellery to be able to pass a respirator fit test as per Australian Standards 1715:2009.Why join us?Lynas Rare Earths is an established ethical and environmentally responsible producer of rare earth materials and is one of the world’s only significant producers of separated rare earth materials in Australia. Boasting a life of mine of more than 25 years, our materials are used in many future facing applications, including electronics, magnetics, wind turbines and hybrid and electric vehicles.Our people work in an environment where safety is central to the role and support is always at hand. You will work as part of a smaller team so you can expect to build excellent connections with your team members.Benefits include:Stability - Kalgoorlie plant has a 20+ year mine lifeRemote Housing Allowance for our residential Kalgoorlie siteSalary continuance scheme and life insurance (through Superannuation)Continual development and ability to expand your careerSalary Sacrifice optionsSHORTLISTING WILL COMMENCE IMMEDIATELYWe welcome and encourage applications from women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTIQA+ community, mature workers, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds. Lynas acknowledges First Nations people as and respects their unique relationship with the land and sea, their culture, spiritual tradition and stories. AUD Kalgoorlie 6430

Maintenance Supervisor

Want to contribute to a sustainable future? Join Lynas Rare Earths as we finalise commissioning of our Kalgoorlie Rare Earths Processing Facility.

The Opportunity:

Lynas is in the final stages of commissioning the Kalgoorlie Rare Earths Processing Facility (REPF), and is a key strategic platform for critical production, which combines pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical processes within the one mineral processing plant.

We’re looking for a target driven and collaborative team-centric Maintenance Supervisor who will help drive our maintenance strategies and achieve ongoing availability of the plant, whilst providing guidance, leadership and support to the efficient maintenance fitters on crew.

Our new Plant is just 5 minutes from town, and this position is being offered on a Monday – Friday 5/2 or 5/2/4/3 roster. Being Kalgoorlie residential, you will be home every night and have your weekends off. (Not FIFO)

You will be Responsible for:

  • Supervise and monitor the work scheduling of technicians in maintenance activities
  • Integrate with other key stakeholders and departments to ensure plant targets are achieved safely
  • Lead maintenance planning activities in conjunction with maintenance planner
  • Provide technical support for problem solving maintenance issues
  • Identify maintenance requirements and improvements
  • Manage contractors to complete maintenance works
  • Ensure maintenance coverage
  • Coordinate the ordering of adequate spares, materials, and consumables
  • Ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

About the Successful Applicant:

  • Prior experience in a leadership/supervisor position in the mining or processing industry
  • Australian recognised Trade Certificate – Mechanical or equivalent 
  • Schedule 26 (WHS legislation) certification
  • West Australian C Class Manual Drivers License (minimum)
  • Previous suitable experience in a mechanical-fitter capacity
  • Current Highrisk Work licenses – WP, LF, CN, RB or above
  • Construction Industry White Card
  • Sound computer and administrative skills (Microsoft Suite)
  • Full Australian working rights
  • Must reside locally within the Goldfields region for our residential site, or be willing to relocate
  • Maintain facial hair/jewellery to be able to pass a respirator fit test as per Australian Standards 1715:2009.

Why join us?

Lynas Rare Earths is an established ethical and environmentally responsible producer of rare earth materials and is one of the world’s only significant producers of separated rare earth materials in Australia. Boasting a life of mine of more than 25 years, our materials are used in many future facing applications, including electronics, magnetics, wind turbines and hybrid and electric vehicles.

Our people work in an environment where safety is central to the role and support is always at hand. You will work as part of a smaller team so you can expect to build excellent connections with your team members.

Benefits include:

  • Stability - Kalgoorlie plant has a 20+ year mine life
  • Remote Housing Allowance for our residential Kalgoorlie site
  • Salary continuance scheme and life insurance (through Superannuation)
  • Continual development and ability to expand your career
  • Salary Sacrifice options

SHORTLISTING WILL COMMENCE IMMEDIATELY

We welcome and encourage applications from women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTIQA+ community, mature workers, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds. Lynas acknowledges First Nations people as and respects their unique relationship with the land and sea, their culture, spiritual tradition and stories.

  • Posted Date 19 Apr 2024
  • Location Kalgoorlie
    WA / Australia
  • Industry Resources & Energy
  • Job Type
  • Salary Salary dependent on skills and experience