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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Email similar jobs to meArea of Expertise: Production and OperationsJob Type: PermanentJob Requisition ID: 22134Production ManagerWe at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world''s key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.The Yara Pilbara Fertilisers'' plant is one of the largest ammonia production sites in the world and we have also taken the ammonia process further downstream with the Yara Pilbara Nitrates plant, a joint venture with Orica. Together with ENGIE, Yara Pilbara will also build a renewable hydrogen plant to produce renewable ammonia.We are always looking for ambitious and curious-minded colleagues who are keen to make a difference, whilst residing in the nearby coastal city of Karratha, Western Australia, a key community in the region with a resource focus and a relaxed, friendly lifestyle.ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Plant Manager, as part of the senior leadership team the YPF Production Manager will assume full responsibility for delivering the business strategy and planning within the production and operations scope of the Ammonia plant and associated Utilities for site wide use.This role will lead and develop the Operations team members and work collaboratively with all departments.The primary responsibilities include:Responsibility for reaching the environmental, safety, reliability (volume and energy) and financial targets of the ammonia plant.Guiding the Superintendents, Shift supervisors/crews and Support team in performance-based management and competence development, ensuring a full operational and skilled team, prepared for normal operations and emergencies, start-ups and shutdowns.Close, collaborative partnering with all departments for resources required for optimal production and operational activities.Continuously strive to achieve operational excellence in overall site operations linking with full site, regional and corporate teams for success and efficiencies.Leading by example and fostering a culture that exemplifies Yaras safe by choice approachAchieve operational and financial objectives in compliance with Yara safety and quality standards.Set operational priorities and optimise resources to improve production efficiency.Ensure competency development, to support safe and reliable operations.Review and develop production processes and lead continuous improvement initiativesEnsure that the site is compliant with the relevant Yara standards including TOPS.Collaborate with other Departments, to ensure the optimum utilisation of resourcesEstablish site-specific policies and procedures based on the framework set by the Yara Steering System to prevent accidents and emissions to the environment, guaranteeing it is being supported by adequate organization and proper tools.Streamline processes across the Ammonia plantFoster and maintain a network with the Yara corporate colleagues in the technical disciplines of relevance.Budget development and management to agreed expenditureParticipate as a member of the Yara Pilbara site leadership teamAs a leader within Yara, in the Leadership Behaviors (Live the Strategy, Be the Change, Explore and Adapt, Build Trust, Learn and Grow) will be an essential part of your role and ongoing development.ProfileBachelors Degree in process or chemical engineeringAt least 5 years of relevant senior leadership experienceMinimum of 10 years within a position in the Chemical/petrochemical industry, preferably in an Ammonia or Methanol Plant environmentExperience leading change, driving production optimisation and plant process reliabilityPossess a high level of communication skills - verbal and written EnglishProficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications.Additional InformationYara celebrates diversity in all operations, practices, and engagement. We encourage people from all walks of life, experience, skills, genders and orientations, races, and backgrounds to apply for opportunities within our growing business.Our values have diversity, equity and inclusion as a foundation, and everyone is part of our success.For more information on Yara International please access www.yara.com.auYara reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the closing date without prior notice.This position will be available to occupy onwards from November 2025. Early recruitment is underway to support a planned handover period.What''s On Offer For a Local Contract?Complimentary Karratha housing for duration of employment5 weeks of paid annual leaveOptional RDO roster (including 16 accrued Rostered Days Off per calendar year))$35,000 per annum regional location allowance$1,000 annual Health and Wellness allowanceAnnual bonus program with a target of one months base salary$3,000 p.a. electricity/water utility reimbursementFlights for yourself and dependents, twice per year, after initial service periodRelocation assistanceAs well as 6 months paid primary parental leave, culturally diverse workforce with a DEI Ambassador program, salary packaging, and active Social ClubKnowledge grows through differencesYara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchoredDiversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated. #J-18808-Ljbffr