Sedgman is proud to be part of the QRCUF project based in Townsville.
Located at the Cleveland Bay Industrial Park, QRCUF will be the first facility of its kind in Australia, providing a centralised hub where companies can trial mineral processing techniques, produce mineral samples at scale, and accelerate their path to market.
As QRCUF transitions into its next phase, Sedgman is seeking expressions of interest from experienced process operators to join a unique and evolving facility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate fixed and mobile plant safely to meet operational and client requirements.
- Conduct routine inspections of fixed plant including screens, crushers, feeders and filters.
- Operate and inspect mobile equipment used in site operations.
- Carry out basic maintenance tasks and minor repairs to fixed plant.
- Manage consumable levels, including reagents, lime, flocculant, diesel and chemicals.
- Monitor and adjust process parameters such as density, pH, temperature, sump levels and dosing rates.
- Identify and contribute improvement ideas to support safe and efficient operations.
Required Experience:
- Trade qualified with an Australian‑recognised Electrical or Mechanical qualification (preferred).
- We will also consider non‑trade qualified Operators with relevant industry experience.
- Proven experience in mineral processing and fixed plant operations.
- Confident working in control room environments, including flotation processes.
- Mobile equipment experience (loader, skid steer, forklift) advantageous but not essential.
- Committed to working safely and in line with established procedures.
- Able to remain calm under pressure and adapt priorities as required.
Why Sedgman?
- Work on an innovative, industry-first project shaping the future of mineral processing.
- Become part of a global industry leader with a worldwide presence.
- Benefit from an approachable, team-focused management style.
- Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to expand your skills and experience.
- Safety is embedded in how we operate as a business.
- Join our AIA Vitality program, rewarding healthy choices with vouchers and discounts.
- Secure, long‑term opportunities supported by a strong project pipeline.
What Next?
Click "Apply" and submit your CV today.
Sedgman is an equal-opportunity employer that supports workplace diversity and inclusivity.
Skills Required
- Trade qualified with an Australian‑recognised Electrical or Mechanical qualification
- Proven experience in mineral processing and fixed plant operations
- Confident working in control room environments, including flotation processes
- Mobile equipment experience (loader, skid steer, forklift)
- Committed to working safely and in line with established procedures
- Able to remain calm under pressure and adapt priorities as required
What We Do
CIMIC Group is an engineering-led construction, mining, services and infrastructure development leader working across the lifecycle of assets, infrastructure and resources projects. CIMIC Group comprises our construction businesses CPB Contractors, Leighton Asia and Broad, our mining and mineral processing companies Thiess (joint control) and Sedgman, our services specialist UGL, and our development and investment arm Pacific Partnerships – all supported by our in-house engineering consultancy EIC Activities. Our mission is to generate sustainable returns by delivering innovative and competitive solutions for clients and safe, fulfilling careers for our people. With a history since 1899, and around 30,000 people in around 20 countries, we strive to be known for our principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery, underpinned by Safety. CIMIC is a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Australia Index and FTSE4Good. The principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery underpin CIMIC’s operations. These principles provide a shared language and identity for CIMIC and guide its actions. Each of these principles is underpinned by a continual focus on safety which is fundamental to CIMIC’s operations.
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