Process Control Engineer

The Opportunity – Permanent full-time position – 9-day fortnight working arrangement

As Process Control Engineer, the purpose of this role, is to assist in the specification, implementation and ongoing support of process control systems so production is assisted in the efficient running of the refinery process. 

This role is also to assist in the engineering, maintenance and management of process reporting tools, process control applications, user interfaces and Safety control systems.

If you're good at what you do, you can work anywhere. If you're the best at what you do, come work at South 32.

Location 

This role will be based at our Worsley Alumina Refinery which is a short drive from Collie (15 minutes), Bunbury (35 minutes) and other nearby scenic communities. 
As there is no accommodation on site, you will be required to drive in, drive out on a daily basis. Employees ideally live within an hour’s drive of Collie.

Accountabilities  

Primary responsibilities include:

•    Undertakes growth and maintenance of advanced control as it applies to the Worsley Alumina’s Mine, Materials, Refinery and Port areas.
•    Assists in the training of operating personnel to ensure effective usage of the systems.
•    Solves system problems and troubleshoot process control issues.
•    Support Variance Analysis where deviations have occurred and identify opportunities for improvement.
•    Ensure the Change Management Procedure is applied where applicable.
•    Work with stakeholders to prioritise work fronts and complete process control system deliverables.
•    Ensure compliance to all relevant legislation.
 
About You

•    Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant Australian Certification in Process Control / Electrical / Chemical / Instrumentation / Process Engineering or Production and Processing as required in local jurisdiction.
•    5 years’ experience is desirable in engineering, implementation and commissioning of process control applications on Honeywell Process Control System – EPKS and TPS, Modicon/Quantum PLC, Siemens PCS7, SEL RTAC and ABB MicroScada
•    Multi-variable control and optimisers applications.
•    Demonstrated, advanced written and oral English language proficiency.
•    Good understanding of Instrumentation and Control communication networks and protocols.

Our benefits
 
•    Competitive Salaries
•    Industry leading parental leave and family care policy
•    Novated lease, salary Sacrifice and flexible work arrangements
•    Education and career development
•    Participation in the Employee Share Plan
•    Incentive bonuses
•    Additional employer superannuation contributions which depend on the level of employee contributions you choose
•    Free onsite fitness classes

About Worsley Alumina

Are you looking to be home every night, yet still have the opportunity to work at a world-class refining operation? If so, this is your opportunity to live, work and play a short drive from stunning coastlines, scenic trails and the food and wine heartland of the west. 
Located in the picturesque south-west and Peel regions of Western Australia, South32 Worsley Alumina is on a journey to become the world’s leading Alumina producer where our 1500 workforce value the lifestyle that Worsley Alumina has to offer.

Our integrated Bauxite Mine, Alumina Refinery and Port Operation is creating the essential products needed for a sustainable low carbon future.

Our Culture

At Worsley Alumina, our people are key to unlocking the potential of our operation and becoming the world’s leading Alumina producer.

If you value and care for your colleagues and families, enjoy a culture of trust and togetherness and have a desire for excellence to safely produce the products of the future, then we would love to hear from you.

As an employee, you can help shape the future of our operation through our:

-   Worsley Workforce Committee directly improving our employee experience
-   Worsley Inclusion Network leading change initiatives across Worsley Alumina to increase Inclusion and Diversity in our workplace
-   Reconciliation Action Plan Working Group working closely with our First Nations employees and community members to increase First Nations representation across Worsley Alumina.

South32 embraces diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not a requirement of employment at South32 Worsley Alumina.

Please note: This advertisement will close on the 9th November 2022