Operator Maintainer (Fitter)

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Operator Maintainer (Fitter). Terms and conditions vacancy

• Join a growing technical industry - think electric cars!
• Career development and growth in interesting complex processing environment
• Wacol Pilot Plant testing global first processes for mining owner

VSPC, an Australian materials technology company, is a subsidiary of ASX-listed resources company Lithium Australia NL (ASX: LIT). It was established to develop and commercialise a unique manufacturing process that produces complex metal oxides at the nano-scale.

With a 14-year history, VSPC is recognised globally for its production of high-performance cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries. Today, VSPC is focused on developing the world’s best next-generation cathode materials for use in safer, more environmentally friendly rechargeable batteries for electric vehicles.

Following Lithium Australia and VSPC recently joining forces, VSPC will now expedite recommissioning of its Wacol (Brisbane) based pilot plant for cathode production and trialling. The aim is to produce materials for testing by major battery cell manufacturers as soon as Q4 2018.

In light of this, VSPC are seeking key team members to participate in what should prove to be a very exciting journey.

Subsequent to the recent appointment of our Plant and Technical Managers we are now looking to engage a trade qualified Operator Maintainer or Mechanical Fitter to maintain the pilot plant.

In this highly rewarding and valued role the successful applicants will be responsible for:

• Operation of fixed plant equipment, carrying out operations checks and routine inspections on a regular basis on individual pieces of equipment including batch and continuous mixing facilities, fluid bed, spray dryers, mills, ovens, furnaces and high-pressure vessels
• Undertake corrective and preventative maintenance activities to ensure plant performance and product quality
• Carrying out mechanical repairs to the plant, plant sections stops and starts
• Continually monitoring of the plant with a focus on process optimisation and improvements
• Prevention of contamination of process streams by regular inspections and maintenance of equipment
• Carry out fault finding of the plant, raising plant suggestions where you see a need or benefit to the plant, personnel or production
• Plant cleaning and pipeline maintenance
• Contribute toward machine efficiency and development programmes using existing maintenance programmes and methodologies.
• Complete preventative maintenance inspections and implement action plans to stop reoccurring faults.

Why this is an outstanding opportunity

VSPC aims to be a leading international producer of high-quality, advanced battery materials based on its patented manufacturing processes.

Whether you are a seasoned Operator, a Mechanical Fitter with years of experience or someone just starting out in their trade this position will see you exposed to ground breaking complex processes with a high-growth, technology-intensive and sustainable industry.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have:

• Mechanical trade qualification essential
• Previous experience working in a maintenance related role in a manufacturing or process plant environment
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Fitter or Operator role in plant operations with high pressure vessels, furnaces, mills, and mixing maintenance equipment
• A background in Chemical Manufacturing, small Oil & Gas Plants or Food Processing environment
• Vehicle Drivers licence; manual
• Preferred/optional: Forklift licence
• Exposure to SCADA system preferred but not essential

You will also have:

• Good Numerical and Literacy skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team and follow instructions
• Ability to use initiative and consider business and process improvements in daily tasks
• Solid organisational and time management skills with the ability to apply sound judgement and manage competing deadlines
• Good communication skills; written & verbal
• Full Australian working rights and be Brisbane based
• Ability to obtain National Police Clearance and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen

If you seek a challenge where you will have a career rather than a job, ownership of your role in a supportive company and to work on interesting projects, please apply now and we will be in touch in the coming weeks following our review of applications.

The position will be day shift only. Start dates preferred end of July but we are willing to wait for the right candidate.

For more information contact:

Rob Gallacher

0478 760 714

[email protected]