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Upstream Operations Superintendent (Borefields) Add expected salary to your profile for insights SO4 is on a mission to produce worldclass Sulphate of Potash (SOP). Our Lake Way asset is in the Goldfields region of Western Australia, 15 kms south of Wiluna. With our first product successfully delivered and operations ramping up, we are entering an exciting phase of growth. Be a part of this exhilarating new chapter and join an innovative and forwardthinking mining company at the forefront of a new industry in Australia, who are focused on sustainability and making a change. People | Ownership | Nurture | Drive | Safety We value integrity, accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement while ensuring the safety of our people and the sustainability of our operations. ABOUT THE ROLE We are recruiting for two newly established roles for Upstream Operations Superintendents (Borefields) to oversee Borefield operations and dewatering activities, as well as pumping of water through to the solar evaporation ponds, grade control, harvesting activities and onlake infrastructure, ensuring safe, reliable and highquality brine supply aligned with the dynamic ponds model, massbalance requirements and inventory targets. These leadership positions will be responsible for driving efficiency, predictability and performance across our upstream production systems. Your Key Technical Responsibilities will include: Manage mass balance, inventory statements and pond chemistry to meet dynamic pond model targets Oversee pumping systems, pipelines and brine transfer to meet weekly/monthly production plans Lead grade control, sampling accuracy and reporting Ensure continuous paleochannel borefield production, utilisation and GWOS compliance Support drilling programs and new production bore installations Oversee pond cell harvest planning, execution and reporting Develop blending strategies to meet plant feed quality requirements Manage mining budgets, cost performance and contractor execution Maintain robust QA/QC, minimise contamination and ensure consistent feed quality Lead statutory compliance as Quarry Manager / Schedule 26 appointee Deliver accurate grade, pumping, cost and production analytics Drive continuous improvement across upstream operations ABOUT YOU Were looking for a highly motivated leader who thrives in a fastpaced environment with strong knowledge of dewatering, pumping, borefields, brine transfer into crystallisation ponds, evaporation pond chemistry, hydraulics and salt production supported by a Degree in Chemistry, Geology or Engineering which would be highly regarded, plus your experience of over 10 years in mining or civil operations, especially within the Potash or knowledge of the Brine industry, would be highly regarded. To be successful in the role you will have: WA Quarry Managers Certificate + Schedule 26 statutory competencies Proficiency in Office 365, Pronto, Aconex and INX (advanced user) Proven capability in budgeting, contractor management and operational reporting Experience leading diverse operational teams in remote or challenging environments Strong ability to interpret technical data, solve complex problems and make sound operational decisions A proactive, safetyfocused approach with a genuine commitment to continuous improvement The ability to build strong working relationships and communicate clearly across all levels WHAT WE OFFER YOU Our culture is inclusive, friendly, and fun. We are passionate about our work and work hard to achieve our individual and team goals. We help each other out and share our knowledge. Our benefits continue to grow, some of these include: Permanent fulltime opportunity Healthy and competitive salary Eligibility to participate in the ShortTerm Incentive Program (STIP) FIFO ex Perth, short commute direct to site Social events 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, including a returntowork incentive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness App Salary Packaging (Novated Lease Vehicles, Electronic Devices, Education Expenses, FIFO Travel and FIFO Airport Car Parking) Discounts to retail outlets Applicants must have full Australian working rights and satisfy all site access and safety requirements, including preemployment medical, drug and alcohol screening, and National Police Clearance, as required under WA mining regulations. SO4 celebrates diversity and encourages applicants from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr