Process Technician

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Process Technician to join our Ammonia/Ammonium Nitrate team in Kwinana. This hands-on role is crucial to the day-to-day operation of the plant, involving equipment operation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement in a safety-focused environment. You’ll be supported with training and development opportunities and play an integral role in meeting production targets and ensuring safe plant performance.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Operate and monitor plant processes to meet production targets.
• Conduct plant startups, shutdowns, and troubleshooting.
• Perform first-line maintenance and raise work orders.
• Collect and process samples; report deviations in plant performance.
• Respond to emergency situations in line with safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate records and daily log entries.
• Participate in safety meetings, HAZOPs, and training programs
• Maintain plant area housekeeping standards.
• Actively promote CSBP safety culture.

About you

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Experience with DCS systems and plant operations.
• Strong problem-solving and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• The ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
• A Certificate III / IV in Process Technologies (desirable but not essential)

You’ll also be flexible with shift work and eager to learn new skills and processes.

What we offer

At Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers (WesCEF), we value our people and offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and career growth, including:

Competitive remuneration, including access to the Wesfarmers employee share plan and participation in our annual incentive plan

Flexible working arrangements, including some work-from-home options where applicable

Salary sacrifice opportunities, including novated leasing

Access to a wide range of employee benefits across the Wesfarmers Group, including staff discounts at Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Kleenheat, as well as access to Wesfarmers-sponsored arts and cultural events

Why WesCEF?

At WesCEF, we are committed to building an engaged, high-performing and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We value diversity of thinking, skills and experience, knowing this drives innovation and better business outcomes.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to support flexible working arrangements and understand that flexibility looks different for everyone. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to discuss your needs as part of the application process.

WesCEF operates across multiple locations, with our two major hubs based in Kwinana and the Perth CBD.

Applications close: 5pm AWST Sunday 19th July 2026

Our recruitment process considers your alignment to our company values and the requirements of the role. We also have several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for the role including but not limited to psychometric assessment, police checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work check, qualifications, due diligence, and/or reference checks.

We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Therefore, it is recommended to apply as soon as possible.

Agency applications will not be accepted