Logistics and Materials Handling Technician

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.

About Yara Pilbara

The Yara Pilbara Fertilisers' plant is one of the largest ammonia production sites in the world and we have also taken the ammonia process further downstream with the Yara Pilbara Nitrates Technical Ammonium Nitrate (TAN) plant, a joint venture with Orica. Together with ENGIE, Yara Pilbara will also build a renewable hydrogen plant to produce renewable ammonia.

Find out more about:

Yara International: Yara International | Responsibly feed the world and protect the planet
Yara Pilbara: Yara Pilbara | Yara Australia

We are always looking for ambitious and curious-minded colleagues who are keen to make a difference, whilst residing in the nearby coastal city of Karratha, Western Australia, a key community in the region with a resource focus and a relaxed, friendly lifestyle. All Karratha-based roles offered are on a residential basis.

Responsibilities

Looking for an exciting new challenge?

Yara are seeking applications for their permanent role of Logistics and Materials Handling Technician.

Reporting to the Senior Logistics and Materials Handling Technician, the Logistics and Materials Handling Technician is responsible for overseeing the materials handling and logistics operations and shall work with external logistics providers and Orica Mining Services Pilbara to ensure trucks are received and dispatched in a safe and timely manner.

The primary responsibilities include:

Participate in materials handling and logistics operations of Ammonium Nitrate, bagging, bulk, containerised and ANSol. consignments.
Operate; Integrated Tool Carriers, Forklifts, Conveyors and other bulk handling equipment
Assist the Logistics and Materials Handling Superintendent and Logistics and Materials Handling Coordinator in the development, review and implementation area specific policies and procedures
Communicate plant, process and equipment issues to the Logistics and Materials Handling Coordinator
Conduct daily and weekly prestart and Tactical Implementation Plan meetings
Assist in writing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures
Monthly follow up of Production department’s lead Key Performance Indicators
Actively participate and drive the Yara Productivity System (YPS) in the Ammonium Nitrate Bulk, Container, Bagging, and ANSol loading Areas.
Administrative tasks, including but not limited to; purchasing, SAP activities, site access requests, Material Movement Permits, and consignment documentation
Assist in the investigation and take corrective actions to address production losses, trips and incidents
Provide training to the Bagging Operators
Ensure operational readiness of Plant and Equipment
Conduct Logistic and Materials Handling area plant start-ups and shutdown
Report product quality issues to the Logistics and Materials Handling Superintendent, Logistics and Materials Handling Coordinator, Senior Logistics & Materials Handling Technician, Production Chief Superintendent, and Shift Superintendents
Cooperate and work with Engineers to resolve complex problems
Contribute to cost saving strategies across the department

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Profile

Certificates; III in Logistics, III in Business and/or III in Process Plant / ESI / RII are highly desirable
Integrated Tool Carrier operations Ticket, EWP Ticket, Forklift Ticket
Work at Heights Certificate, Confined Space Entry Ticket, Gas Testing Ticket
Dogging or Rigging Basic is preferred
Minimum two years’ experience in a similar role, or Operations role within the Mining, Oil & Gas or Petrochemical/manufacturing industry
Major Hazard Facility and Dangerous Goods experience is highly desirable
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Proficiency in SAP
Fluent English (verbal and written) is essential
Australian/New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary work visa holders are not eligible for this role.

Additional Information

Yara celebrates diversity in all operations, practices, and engagement. We encourage people from all walks of life, experience, skills, genders and orientations, races, and backgrounds to apply for opportunities within our growing business.

Our values have diversity, equity and inclusion as a foundation, and everyone is part of our success.

For more information on Yara International please access www.yara.com.au

Yara reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date without prior notice.

Previous applicants need not re-apply.

What's On Offer?

$46,000 per annum Karratha housing assistance for duration of employment
6 weeks of paid annual leave
Sportsman roster currently on trial; to be confirmed mid-year whether to adopt permanently or revert to 2D2N, 4 off
$35,000 per annum regional location allowance
$1,000 annual Health and Wellness allowance
Annual bonus program with a target of one month’s base salary
$3,000 p.a. electricity/water utility reimbursement
Flights for yourself and dependents, twice per year, after initial service period
Relocation assistance
As well as 6 months paid primary parental leave, culturally diverse workforce with a DEI Ambassador program, salary packaging, and active Social Club

Apply no later than

May 15 2025

Knowledge grows through differences
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.

As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.