Job Description
Supervisor Processing Services

 

 

  • 8/6 days only roster | FIFO from Perth to the Roy Hill Mine
  • Benefits include income and life insurances, health, banking, car leasing, airline + travel, IT discounts
  • Multiple Benefits for all employees applicable to all facets of their life
  • Company contribution towards private health cover for employees and immediate family

 

About the role

Hancock Iron Ore is seeking a Supervisor for Processing Services to join them at the Processing Plant at Roy Hill mine, this role is a 8 days on, 6 days off Roster days shift only.

The supervisor is responsible for managing and overseeing ramp down and ramp up activities within processing operations and contractor management aligned to these activities and the daily plant activities. This includes ensuring that transitions during planned shutdowns, startups, and operational changes are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with relevant procedures and regulations.

The Processing Services Supervisor role at Roy Hill mine involves detailed planning and management of scheduled shutdowns and startups in processing operations. The position emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with all stakeholders. Coordination with maintenance, engineering, and contractors is essential. Candidates are expected to have significant experience in fixed plant processing and shutdowns, technical and planning capabilities, problem-solving skills, and proficiency in relevant software tools, with a preference for those holding or willing to obtain Schedule 26 certification.

 

Key Technical Responsibilities:

  • Creating, implementing, and coordinating ramp down and ramp up schedules aligned with production, maintenance, and commissioning activities.
  • Communicating operational changes to stakeholders and workgroups.
  • Maintaining safety, environmental, and quality controls during transitions.
  • Monitoring and reporting progress against ramp down and ramp up milestones.
  • Facilitating update and progress meetings related to shutdown readiness.
  • Coordinating with maintenance, engineering, and operations to resolve issues during ramp activities.
  • Managing contractors involved in ramp down activities and day to day operations

 

Skills and Experience Required:

  • Experience in fixed plant processing roles and shutdowns.
  • Tertiary qualifications or equivalent trade and operational experience.
  • Strong technical operations and planning skills, including project plan formulation and execution.
  • Ability to lead structured problem solving, navigate ambiguity, and support decision-making.
  • Effective communication skills across verbal, written, and electronic formats, with an ability to present and influence.
  • A safety-critical risk improvement mindset.
  • Experience with SAP or similar Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.
  • Schedule 26 certification or willingness to obtain.

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About Hancock Iron Ore

Hancock Iron Ore has a portfolio of world-class iron ore operations located in West Australia’s Pilbara region, with a strong history of delivering reliable products for our customers in key international markets. We have four operating mines: Roy Hill, Miralga Creek, Sanjiv Ridge, and McPhee Creek, plus a range of exciting development opportunities.
 
We deliver more than 70 million tonnes of ore each year through our own two-berth port facility at Stanley Point and the multi-user Utah Point in Port Hedland, providing the materials needed to foster global economic growth and development. Leveraging established infrastructure, including our processing plant and 344km independently owned and operated heavy haul railway, our operation oversees each moment from when ore is mined through to when it is shipped.

Life at the Roy Hill Mine

Our Mine Village is a modern, comfortable home away from home, with recent extensive upgrades to accommodation, dining, fitness, recreation, and wellbeing facilities. Residents can enjoy renovated rooms with contemporary amenities, high-quality dining with healthy, vegan, and gluten-free options, upgraded gym and pool facilities, social and recreation spaces, SWIFT in-room entertainment, a 24/7 retail offering, and an active calendar of community, lifestyle, learning, and family-friendly activities.

Equal Opportunity

Hancock Iron Ore is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, Veteran personnel and females to apply. We are a fair, diverse and welcoming workplace. We are proud of our relationships with our Traditional Owners and value the difference these partnerships make to the success of the project and to the lives of the people on whose land we operate.

Application Information

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

This advertisement will close no later than the Posting End Date specified.  We may close the advertisement early should suitable candidate/s be identified, so encourage prompt applications.

Recruitment Agency submissions will not be considered.
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Posting End Date:  08/09/2026
Information at a Glance
Business Unit:  Operations
Job Location:  Roy Hill Mine (FIFO)
Posting End Date:  08/09/2026
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