Why Join Coogee
Founded in 1971, Coogee is more than just a business—we’re a team of passionate professionals delivering high-quality industrial, agricultural, and mineral processing chemicals across Australia and internationally. With expanding operations in WA, Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria, and continued investment in new projects and capabilities, Coogee is experiencing strong growth. We offer chemical manufacturing, tank terminals, and transport services to a diverse client base. Our strong team culture, long-term employment stability, and commitment to career development make Coogee an ideal place to grow your career and be part of a thriving future.
About the Role
Coogee is seeking an experienced Production Shift Operator to join our Manufacturing team on a permanent full-time basis. This hands-on role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our production plant, ensuring production targets, quality standards and safety requirements are consistently achieved.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate and monitor production plant equipment in accordance with procedures, standards and permit requirements.
- Maintain product quality by following operating instructions and conducting routine process checks and inspections.
- Identify, report and respond to plant, equipment and process abnormalities to minimise downtime and maintain safe operations.
- Participate in safety activities including Toolbox Meetings, Take 5s, risk assessments and incident investigations.
- Conduct routine housekeeping activities to maintain a clean, organised and safe workplace.
- Perform loading, unloading and handling of raw materials and finished products using forklifts and mobile equipment.
- Complete production records, logs and documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Support maintenance activities including equipment isolation, preparation and return-to-service activities.
- Contribute ideas and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, reliability and productivity.
The Successful Candidate Will Be
- Safety Focused – Demonstraing a strong commitment to safety, compliance and following procedures, with the ability to identify hazards and manage risks effectively.
- Team Player & Communicator – Working well within a team environment, communicating clearly, supporting colleagues and contributing positively to workplace culture.
- Mechanically Minded Problem Solver – Possessing practical mechanical aptitude, who can troubleshoot issues, identify abnormalities and make sound operational decisions.
- Reliable & Adaptable – Self-motivated, dependable and able to manage changing priorities while maintaining high standards of quality and performance.
- Experienced in Relevant Industries– Experience in manufacturing, chemical processing, mining, utilities or a similar industrial environment, with a forklift licence, mobile equipment experience and/or Process Plant Operations qualifications viewed favourably.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and financial incentives
- Fully Laundered Uniform
- Benefits and Perks
- Wellness incentives
- Social events throughout the year
How to
Coogee Chemicals is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Please note you must have the right to live and work in Australia. As part of the recruitment process candidates may be required to complete comprehensive compliance checks. Applications are welcome directly from candidates only; recruitment agencies need not
For more about us, visit www.coogee.com.au
