Permit to Work Officer

About the role

Karara Mining Limited is seeking an experienced Permit to Work Officer to manage the full lifecycle of the site permit system, including planning, issuing, tracking, and maintaining permits and isolations across the operation. The position also supports shutdown preparation and fast turnaround of breakdown work so plant and equipment can be returned to service without unnecessary delay.

The role follows a rotating roster of 8 days on and 6 days off, then 7 nights on and 7 days off, on a continuous day-shift arrangement. This is a permanent position with Karara Mining Limited, a joint venture involving Ansteel Group and Gindalbie Metals Limited. Karara is the largest mining operation in the Mid-West and the first major magnetite mine in the region.

Site and lifestyle benefits

• Located around 200 km south-east of Geraldton, Western Australia, with a short 45-minute commute from Perth to the purpose-built airstrip
• Family-friendly rosters that allow more time at home and less time spent travelling
• A milder Mid-West climate compared with the Pilbara
• Airport parking available for FIFO employees

Key duties

• Work with process operators to ensure equipment is shut down safely and in a controlled way before repair work begins, helping prevent process material from being released
• Confirm that maintenance teams leave work areas clean and orderly before permits are closed out
• React promptly to breakdown events so equipment can be restored as quickly as possible
• Lead weekly permit handovers with clear scopes and work schedules
• Look for ways to improve the Permit to Work process on an ongoing basis
• Accurately complete, maintain, and file permit records for audits and investigations
• Review production plans to prioritise work and determine isolation requirements
• Prepare shutdown permits and supporting plans ahead of time to support efficient execution
• Contribute to maintenance planning for both scheduled activities and unplanned breakdown work
• Maintain and update group isolation lists used for routine maintenance permit preparation

Requirements

• Prior experience working as a Permit Officer, Isolation Officer, or in a similar capacity
• Level 1 and Level 2 isolator qualification
• Current WA C-class driver licence
• Hands-on background in mineral processing, including crushing, grinding, flotation, thickening, and filtering plants
• Practical knowledge of Permit to Work and Isolation/Tagging systems, along with the relevant legislation
• Current National Police Clearance
• Legal entitlement to work permanently in Australia

Perks and benefits

• Permanent employment directly with Karara Mining Limited
• Competitive salary package
• Short-term incentive plan bonus
• Training on the job plus development programs to build technical and leadership capability
• Option to salary sacrifice flights, parking, superannuation, novated leasing, and similar items

Camp facilities

• Modern, comfortable accommodation with permanent rooms and no motelling
• 1 Gbps internet access on site for video calls with family and general browsing
• High-quality meal choices, including vegan, gluten-free, and healthy options
• Large, fully equipped gym
• Eco-walking and jogging trail in a natural bush setting, plus a swimming pool, tennis, and cricket facilities
• Village shop and supporting amenities