Operator Maintainer

We’re offering a full-time, permanent position for an Operator Maintainer at the NRG Power Station in Gladstone. Reporting to the Team Leader – Ash Operations, you’ll be responsible for safely operating, maintaining, and servicing the ash processing plant. Key tasks include equipment maintenance, ash sampling and testing, recording results, and liaising with power station personnel
The position offers a Monday-to-Friday roster, with hours from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, and includes weekend work every 4 weeks.
Your Opportunity

• Contribute to a safe work environment for self and others, actively participating in safety meetings, observations and toolbox talks. Comply with Power Station & Cement Australia SHEQ policies and procedures
• Perform occasional boilermaker tasks as required.
• Operate control systems, perform scheduled and reactive maintenance of ash process related equipment including pneumatic conveying equipment, pneumatic systems and valves
• Monitor product quality through sample taking, analysis & minor reporting
• Commission plant equipment when required
• Maintain ash stocks to appropriate and practical levels
• Engage with Cement Australia Supply Chain & Logistics and others regarding site rules and power station requirements
• Ensure all customer deliveries are to specification and delivered on time

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication, or equivalent trade certificate
• Computer Skills including SAP highly regarded
• Experience in a similar role with previous process operator experience is essential
• Motor Vehicle, forklift, scissor lift and EWP (Elevated Work Platform) Licences desirable
• Strong safety focus
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Trouble-shooting ability and root cause analysis skills
• Ability and willingness to flex shift patterns and ash processing sites as required for breakdowns, leave or coverage - this includes weekend, public holiday work and call outs

Why Join Cement Australia?

• Be Yourself: Be your authentic self in a diverse and dedicated workplace where we focus on achieving great results together.
• Paid Parental Leave: We offer leave options (12 weeks paid maternity leave, 1 week paid paternal leave) to support your family life, ensuring you can cherish special moments with your loved ones.
• Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on technology and work-related items through our salary sacrifice program.
• Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with sgfleet, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles.
• Discounted Products: Renovating? DIY’er? Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.

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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