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Shift In-Charge – Ammonia

Perdaman Chemicals & Fertilisers (Operations) Pty Ltd
Karratha WA

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Engineering
Education
Bachelor's degree
Distributed control systems
Systems analysis
Leadership
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Position Details:

Job Title: Shift In-Charge – Ammonia
Location: Karratha, Western Australia
Number of Roles: 5
Project: Project Ceres – Perdaman Urea Plant
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

To oversee and coordinate the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the ammonia plant during assigned shifts. The Shift In-Charge is responsible for achieving production targets, maintaining plant integrity, ensuring adherence to safety and environmental standards, and leading shift personnel in accordance with standard operating procedures and organizational policies. This role plays a critical part in optimizing plant performance, minimizing unplanned downtime, and driving operational excellence across the production unit.

Key Responsibilities:

Shift Operations Management:
- Ensure safe, stable, and efficient operation of the ammonia plant during the shift.
- Monitor critical process parameters, troubleshoot deviations, and take corrective actions in real time.
- Coordinate with utilities, maintenance, and other plant units to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Ensure availability of manpower required for the safe and efficient operation of the unit.
Production & Performance Monitoring:
- Achieve daily production targets in line with quality and efficiency standards.
- Optimize process conditions to maximize throughput and reduce energy and raw material consumption.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to plant performance enhancement initiatives.
Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Compliance:
- Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols, work permits, and environmental guidelines.
- Conduct shift-wise safety audits, risk assessments, and toolbox talks.
- Respond effectively to emergencies and lead incident investigations when required.
Team Leadership & Shift Supervision:
- Lead, guide, and supervise shift operators, field technicians, and control room personnel.
- Manage shift handovers, ensure proper communication, and maintain accurate shift logs and reports.
- Provide on-the-job training and support skill development of junior staff.
Equipment Monitoring & Maintenance Coordination:
- Monitor equipment health and initiate preventive or corrective maintenance requests.
- Liaise with maintenance teams during shutdowns, startups, or emergency repairs.
- Maintain equipment isolation, tagging, and de-tagging procedures in coordination with the maintenance department.
Reporting & Documentation:
- Prepare and submit shift performance reports, downtime logs, and incident records.
- Maintain accurate records of process parameters, consumables, and operating deviations. - Support audits and compliance checks by ensuring availability and accuracy of operational data.
Emergency Preparedness:
- Act as the first response leader during plant upsets, trips, or hazardous situations.
- Ensure compliance with the plant’s emergency response plan and conduct regular emergency drills.

Requirements:

Education & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Petrochemical Engineering, or equivalent.
- Additional certifications in safety or process operations (preferred)

Experience:
- 12–16 years of experience in ammonia plant operations (preferably with large-scale or integrated chemical complexes).
- At least 5-7 years in a supervisory or shift leadership role.

Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of ammonia production processes (e.g., steam methane/AT reforming, air separation, synthesis loop).
- Familiarity with DCS (Distributed Control Systems) and plant automation tools.
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills under pressure.
- Good understanding of P&IDs, SOPs, Interlock/Logic diagrams, PTW systems, and root cause analysis.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.

How to Apply: For more details, connect with us at [email protected] or [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Work Authorisation:

Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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