Process Technician (Entry Level)

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Salary

$41 - $42 per hour

Location

Job Industry

  • Mining

Job Type

  • Contract
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Job Details

Process Technician (Entry Level)

Job Description

This is a true entry-level opportunity to break into a large-scale industrial operation, working on reduction lines in a refinery environment. You will begin with hands-on labouring tasks such as assisting with anode changes, general clean-up, and working around high-temperature processes.

The role involves working in extreme heat conditions (60°-80°) around molten materials, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures including full PPE and respirator use.

You will be trained on the job, starting with basic duties and progressing over time into more advanced tasks, including crane operations as you gain experience.


Benefits

  • Entry-level role with no prior experience required

  • Full training and site inductions provided

  • Clear progression pathway into skilled roles (e.g. crane operations)

  • Opportunity to break into a large-scale industrial/refinery environment

  • Stable, long-term opportunity for the right candidate


Experience Required

  • No prior industry experience required

  • Backgrounds in labouring or trade assistant roles highly regarded

  • Must be physically capable of handling demanding work in extreme heat

  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts and commute within 1 hour of site


Tickets / Licences Desired / Required

  • No tickets or licences required

  • Crane ticket highly desirable (or willingness to obtain)

  • Must be able to complete site inductions and training


What We’re Looking For (Qualities)

  • Go-getter with a strong work ethic

  • Self-starter who takes initiative

  • Reliable with a positive attitude

  • Able to handle tough, physically demanding conditions

  • Safety-focused mindset with strong awareness of fatigue management

  • Keen to learn, develop, and progress within the role

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