Production Process Operator

Cement Australia · Gladstone Central QLD 4680 · Full time
Posted 11d ago

Production Process Operator

KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Ensure sustainable operation of the manufacturing plant on a 12-hour rotating roster.
  • Collaborate with team members to respond to operating plant issues and minimise delays.
  • Conduct critical plant checks and deliver shift quality control requirements.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Process Operator to join the Cement Australia team in Gladstone (Fisherman’s Landing site). 

This position ensures a sustainable operation of the manufacturing plant. This is a shift position on a 12-hour rotating roster working collaboratively within a shift team. Operation of production assets and critical plant checks, working within site procedures and ensuring safety, environment, quality and production targets are met are key to this position. 

You will be a pivotal part of a safety culture, leading from the front and driving continuous improvement which includes taking part in SHE training, work instruction development and challenging the status quo in a positive manner. You will be delivering on our commitment to add value for our business and customers.

Your Opportunity

As a Production Services Operator, some of your duties will include: 

  • Adhere to all industry, Cement Australia and regulatory requirements in regard to safety, environment and compliance
  • Work with the Central Control Room Operators and other team members in your shift team to respond to operating plant issues, and ensuring plant delays are minimised
  • Interact with other teams, including Mine and Maintenance teams to meet production requirements
  • Use your knowledge & understanding of plant operations to identify and pre-empt potential problem areas through critical plant checks
  • Deliver shift quality control requirements through executing process sampling & laboratory testing responsibilities for all products
  • Operation of key production assets including train unloader & ship loader equipment
  • Be exposed to physically demanding environments and tasks, including hot work
  • Possible opportunity for the right candidate to follow a training path to a competent Central Control Room Panel Operator, if nominated.

What You’ll Bring

  • Experience in heavy manufacturing environment
  • Experience in process sampling/laboratory testing 
  • Experience in the operation of fixed material handling equipment (i.e train unloader & ship loader equipment)
  • Experience in isolations and permit issuing systems (including JPT/JSEAs & Work Instruction Development etc)
  • Strong safety focus and problem solving abilities
  • Ability to diagnose faults and identify potential solutions
  • Proficient computer skills
  • High Risk Licence – Forklift
  • Cementitious manufacturing experience desirable 
  • Tertiary education and/or trade background desirable
  • Good communication skills, “Can do” attitude and committed to delivering results

Why Join Cement Australia?

  • Build your career with Australia's largest and most respected cement manufacturer
  • Real pathways for development and progression
  • A collaborative team that values and supports one another
  • A highly competitive EBA salary that rewards your contribution
  • The backing of a trusted, top-tier employer in the Gladstone community

Who We Are 

Cement Australia has been at the heart of the nation’s infrastructure for decades, proudly standing as Australia’s leading supplier of cementitious products and services.  

But we’re more than just cement. Our diverse operations include heavy industrial manufacturing, coal and limestone mining, bulk transport distribution, rail and shipping logistics, and innovative waste management through Geocycle, where we turn challenges into sustainable solutions.  

At Cement Australia, we believe in empowering our people with the tools, support, and opportunities to make a real impact. Join a collaborative team that values work-life balance and thrives on innovation. Together, we’re building a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future—driven by a shared commitment to excellence and our core values.

What Else You Need to Know 

  • References, a pre-employment medical and background check are part of the recruitment process.
  • Cement Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 
  • We welcome applications from Australian residents with valid working rights.
  • Please note: Direct applications only—no agency submissions at this time. 

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Computer skillsFault diagnosisHigh risk licence - forkliftHot work proceduresIsolation and permit issuing systemsLaboratory testingOperation of fixed material handling equipmentPhysical enduranceProblem solvingProcess samplingSafetyTeamworkWork instruction development

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High risk licence - forklift

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Collaborative team environmentHighly competitive eba salaryReal pathways for development and progression

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