Process Operator (Entry Level) New

Minara Resources has an opportunity for Entry Level Process Plant Operators who want to kick start their career in the resources industry and gain hands on experience and build a long term career in a supportive, safety focused environment.

Our complex and technically challenging process plant consists of three operating areas: Ore Leach, Refinery and Utilities. As a key member of our production Team, you will be presented with professional development and real career progression opportunities.

Minara Resources is Australia's largest cobalt producer and a major world producer of nickel. Our Murrin Murrin site in WA's northern Goldfields is an integrated nickel and cobalt mining and processing operation employing over 1,000 people. We are a diverse, dedicated and driven workforce, building a sustainable business today with a focus on tomorrow.

Minara Resources is wholly owned by Glencore, one of the world's largest globally diversified natural resources companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Glencore employs over 145,000 people, operates around 150 operating mining and processing sites, oil production assets and agricultural facilities in over 35 countries.

The successful candidates will become a member of our hardworking and committed team who are responsible for operating a variety of fixed plant circuits, which will include the following technologies:

• Ore crushing, milling & screening
• High Pressure Acid Leaching (HPAL)
• Thickening, neutralisation & briquetting
• Sulphide precipitation & leaching
• Solvent extraction & Hydrogen reduction
• Sulphuric acid & process gas production

This opportunity is ideal for someone who is motivated, reliable, and eager to learn. Whether you're starting your career or looking to transition into the resources industry, we're looking for individuals who are committed to safety, team focused, and ready to take on a new challenge.

• A strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to work in a physically active role and in extreme outdoor conditions
• A current driver's licence (advantageous)

• Interviews will be held in Perth on 11th & 12th February 2026; these will be face to face interviews
• A day trip to site to meet the team is scheduled for 27th February 2026 and 6th March 2026
• Successfully candidates must complete a pre employment medical and provide two referees
• Planned start date onsite: March 2026

We offer a diverse range of roles across our multi pit mining operations through to our complex and technically challenging hydrometallurgical process plant, including:

• A permanent position working directly for Minara Resources
• A structured training skills matrix that links base salary increases to training progression
• An above industry standard superannuation contribution of 15%
• The opportunity to work for a progressive industry leader in nickel mining and processing
• A work environment that prides itself on high safety standards
• A range of health and lifestyle benefits including our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• An excellent team culture with recognition and reward programs
• The opportunity to take advantage of our impressive 100 kilometres of cycling and running tracks, premium on site gym facilities with weekly fitness and sport programs
• An attractive variable compensation program that creates a link between individual performance and company success
• A generous private health insurance allowance
• Well established 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.