About Tronox
With approximately 6,500 employees across six continents, our rich diversity, unmatched vertical integration model, and unparalleled operational and technical expertise across the value chain, position Tronox as the preeminent titanium dioxide producer in the world.
We’re committed to our people, our customers, and our communities. With a broad global reach and deep local roots, we embrace and celebrate the unique character and culture of every place we call home. From the west coast of Australia to the east coast of the U.S., from Europe to South Africa, and from mines to research and development labs, we bring the same passion to work in every location, everywhere, every day.
Why join TRONOX?
In return for your commitment, you will be offered a competitive salary and benefits package that includes;
12 hour shifts - 5:00am-5:00pm
Work an ongoing short sportsman roster for 16 weeks and enjoy 4 weeks off
Rotating sportsman roster where you have every second weekend off
12.5% Superannuation
Eligibility to participate in the Tronox bonus scheme.
Early access to Long Service Leave at 5 years (pro-rata)
Company paid salary continuance, journey, TPD & death insurances
Annual health related programs and benefits
A permanent role at a complex world-class operation, where you can build a long-term career and drive to work every day.
The Role:
We are recruiting for a Shift Mechanical Fitter to join our Kemerton Pigment Plant operation, located on Marriott Road in the industrial area of Kemerton. Coverage at the Australind Pigment Plant may also be required.
The Kemerton site is part of our operations in Western Australia, focusing on the production and refinement of titanium dioxide, a key chemical used in various industries including coatings, plastics, and paper.
This is a residential role, there is no camp at site. For fatigue management you must live within 40 min commute to 869 Marriott Road, Kemerton Industrial Park 6233, Western Australia.
This is a permanent full time position, working 12 hour shifts 5:00am-5:00pm on a rotating sportsman roster.
This roster is on our 24/7 shift sportsman roster will see you working 7 shifts per fortnight (every second weekend off) for 16 weeks followed by 4 weeks off paid.
Reporting to the Production Shift Supervisor, our Mechanical Fitter is responsible for safely and effectively maintaining and repairing a wide range of mechanical plant and equipment within the Pigment Plant.
The key duties include:
Experience in the removal, installation, maintenance and overhaul of rotating equipment, pumps, piping, compressors, heat exchangers, steam equipment and pressure vessels.
Competency in identifying and reporting defects and suggesting improvements to existing plant equipment, methods and procedures.
Provide a proactive approach to preventative maintenance at all time and when breakdowns do occur, ensures a high standard of workmanship is carried out
Completion of all documentation to a high standard to ensure accurate and detailed information is entered into Tronox’s Maintenance Systems
Highly committed to a positive safety, hazard identification and reporting culture
Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
Assisting Operators as required, including preparing and isolating equipment
Recording process information and identification of opportunities for improvement
Ability to work shift work
About you:
Mechanical Trade Certificate - Fitting (essential)
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Mechanical Maintainer role including experience with Process Plants, Pumps, Structural, Mechanical and Piping works within the Mining industry (highly desired)
Current C Class Drivers’ Licence unrestricted (essential)
Experience in fault finding and repairs to hydraulic systems
Must be comfortable working in a hazardous environment. Wearing task appropriate PPE, clean shave policy applies for breathing apparatus if required
Team orientated approach to your work while possessing the ability to work independently if required
Demonstrated strong commitment to safety
What Next?
Does this role sound like the challenge you are looking for? Click ‘apply now” and start your career with Tronox today!
Tronox is committed to building and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply.
Tronox reserves the right to remove the job postings prior to the stated closing date. If you are interested in applying in this position, please submit your application as soon as possible.