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, Karara 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.

• We are a short commute (45 minutes) from Perth to our purpose-built airstrip
• Family friendly rosters giving you more time at home and less time travelling
• Being closer to Perth the mid-west offers a more temperate climate than the Pilbara region
• Airport parking for FIFO employees

The opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Production Isolation Officer to oversee the creation, execution, and maintenance of the site-wide Permit to Work system.

This role involves daily planning, issuing, and monitoring of permits and isolations, along with preparing permits for upcoming work and shutdowns. Additionally, it is essential to provide prompt responses to breakdown tasks to ensure equipment is restored and operational as quickly as possible.

This role operates on an 8 days on, 6 days off and 7 nights on and 7 days off continuous day shift roster.

To be successful in this role the following is essential:

• Previous experience as a Permit Officer, Isolation Officer or similar
• Level 1 & Level 2 Isolator
• WA "C" Class driver's licence
• Proven experience in mineral processing including crushing, grinding, flotation, thickening, and filtering plants.
• Demonstrated experience with Permit to Work and Isolation/Tagging systems and applicable legislation 
• Permit to Work and Isolation/Tagging systems
• A current National Police clearance

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

Key Duties:

• Coordinate with process operators to ensure safe, controlled equipment shutdowns for repairs to prevent process material discharges
• Verify maintenance crews leave areas tidy before permit closure
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to restore equipment promptly
• Conduct effective weekly permit handovers with clear scope and schedules
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities in the Permit to Work system
• Complete and file permit documentation accurately for investigations and audits
• Review production schedules to set priorities and isolation needs
• Prepare shutdown permits and plans in advance for efficient execution
• Participate in maintenance planning to support scheduled and breakdown work
• Maintain and review group isolation lists for routine maintenance permit creation

What we offer

• A permanent position working directly for Karara Mining Limited
• Attractive salary
• Short term incentive plan (Bonus)
• On-the-job training opportunities and development programs to further your technical and leadership skills
• The ability to salary sacrifice flights, parking, super and novated leasing etc.

Camp Facilities:

• Modern, comfortable camp accommodation - permanent rooms (no motelling)
• 1Gbps Internet Bandwidth on site to enjoy video family face time and internet surfing
• High quality gourmet food options (vegan, gluten free and healthy options)
• Large fully equipped gym facility
• Eco-walking/jogging trail in a natural bush setting, swimming pool, tennis, cricket facilities
• Village shop and supporting amenities

To learn more about, please visit www.kararamining.com.au