Karara Mining Limited (KML) is an Ansteel Group company formed as a joint venture with Gindalbie Metals Limited. Ansteel is one of the largest iron ore producers and steel makers in China. Located 200km south-east of Geraldton, Western Australia, KML is the largest mining operation and the first major magnetite mine in the Mid-West. It produces a premium, high-grade concentrate product for export to steelmakers.

The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Officer Material Logistics to provide support to the planning and maintenance department. You will be responsible for reviewing the 2 months look ahead of shutdown long term plans to support the planning team and ensure materials are available, picked and staged.

To be successful in the role, the following is essential:

• Western Australian C Class Drivers Licence.
• Relevant Trade Qualification (desirable).
• Forklift Ticket is essential.
• Knowledge and experience with SAP CMMS.
• Demonstrated experience as a materials officer / parts interpreter in a mining or other heavy industry.
• Proven knowledge and experience working within a fixed plant mineral processing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and scheduling activities.
• Knowledge of mineral processing and associated mobile and non-mobile equipment.
• Proficient with computer systems including the Microsoft Office Suit and SAP (Maintenance system).

Key Duties (but not limited to):

• Demonstrate personal leadership by meeting all KML safety policy and procedure requirements.
• View 2 month look ahead of shutdown long term plan to support the planning team and ensure materials are available and staged.
• Physically check stock levels to ensure reservations can be fulfilled for critical works and escalate any shortfalls.
• Work with warehouse team to initiate material picking and facilitate the delivery to shutdown drop points / staging area. Materials to be checked against reservation requirements.
• Raise LRF’s to bring in additional support i.e. Parts pickers / runners to assist during heavy demand times on the warehouse and shutdowns.
• Work with warehouse & planning team to receive hire equipment including loading / unloading.
• Provide support to shutdown execution teams by resolving material and logistic issues.
• Run material availability reports for materials booked out on planned work orders for upcoming shutdown based on Shut Prep Plans.
• Track materials on order and direct purchases to ensure delivery dates meet the shutdown requirement dates. Expedite as required liaising with the supplier and purchasing.
• Update material report with comments to ensure material status are visible to planners and Issue weekly material availability report for each upcoming shutdown and weekly schedule.

About Karara Mining

Located 200 km south-east of Geraldton in the Shire of Perenjori, Western Australia KML has an expected mine life of 30+ years. The operation includes a large open pit mine, complex ore processing and beneficiation plant and significant infrastructure and logistics networks. As part of the logistics network Karara owns and operates 80km of railway between Tilley Junction and the Karara mine site, linking the Karara Export Terminal at the Port of Geraldton, able to handle up to 16 Mtpa of export product from a dedicated berth, with associated rail and train unloading infrastructure.

As well as:

• 1Gbps Internet Bandwidth on site to enjoy video family face time and internet surfing
• Eco-walking/jogging trail in a natural bush setting, swimming pool, mini golf, tennis, cricket, volleyball facilities,
• We are a short commute (45 minutes) from Perth to our purpose-built airstrip
• Family friendly rosters provide for you to spend more time at home and less time travelling
• Being closer to Perth the mid-west offers a more temperate climate than the Pilbara region

At KML, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences to apply, as we believe diversity strengthens our teams and drives innovation.

Please note: We are not accepting speculative CVs from recruitment agencies.