Process Operator

Process Operator – Rio Tinto (Bell Bay Smelter, TAS)

Competitive hourly rate + super paid on all hours worked

12-hour day/night roster | Residential / DIDO / FIFO from Bell Bay, TAS

Opportunity to work onsite with Rio Tinto at Bell Bay Smelter

About the Opportunity

Rio Tinto is a global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, producing the materials essential to modern life. Their operations are built on safety, innovation, inclusion and creating value for communities, customers and shareholders.

Through Rio Tinto’s partnership with Chandler Macleod, we are seeking experienced Process Operators to join a safety-focused team at Bell Bay Smelter. You’ll work alongside experienced crews, supporting day-to-day operations while contributing to safe and reliable outcomes.

What you’ll bring to the table

Strong manual handling capability and physical fitness

Ability to work in hot, dusty, high-risk environments

Strong situational awareness and hazard recognition

Ability to follow detailed processes (SWIs/SOPs) and communicate via radio

Willingness to work 12-hour day and night shifts

Commitment to PPE compliance (long sleeves, heat-resistant gear, respirator, gloves, etc.)

Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol testing

Comfortable working in a respirator and around magnetic fields

Nice to have:

Exposure to industrial environments (smelting, mining, manufacturing)

Previous shift work experience

Strong work ethic and reliable attendance

Role demands (important to note):

High physical workload including lifting up to 25kg, pushing wheelbarrows, raking, and manual skimming

Working around high temperatures, dust, molten metal and moving machinery

Why join Chandler Macleod?

Competitive hourly pay paid weekly

Superannuation on all hours worked

Consistent roster and work-life balance

Opportunity to gain experience with Rio Tinto

Dedicated Chandler Macleod support team

Simple digital onboarding and access to future Rio Tinto opportunities

Apply Now!

Ready to take the next step? Apply today to join Chandler Macleod for an exciting onsite assignment with Rio Tinto. Chandler Macleod reserves the right to close applications early if suitable candidates are identified.

Diversity & Inclusion

Everyone is welcome at Chandler Macleod. We believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives and inclusive teams. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse people, people living with disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.