Quarry Plant Operator

Description

Job Summary: A professional responsible for supervising, controlling, and ensuring the proper operation of mineral processing equipment at an open-pit mining site, including process management, maintenance, and quality control. Key Responsibilities: 1. Integrated management of mineral processing operations 2. Operation and control of specialized machinery (crushers, mills) 3. Performance of basic preventive maintenance and quality control We are seeking a responsible professional to **supervise, control, and ensure the proper operation of mineral processing equipment** at an open-pit mining site. Main Responsibilities **Process Management** * Operation and control of equipment such as **crushers, mills, and conveyor belts** (startup, operation, and shutdown) * Supervision of **classification systems (screens/sieves)** to ensure correct material particle size distribution * Control of production flow, preventing blockages and ensuring process continuity * Operation of **auxiliary machinery** (wheel loader or backhoe) for material handling * Use of **control software** to monitor real-time production **Maintenance and Safety** * Performance of **basic preventive maintenance** and minor repairs * Cleaning of facilities and removal of material accumulations * Strict compliance with **occupational health and safety regulations (OHSR)**, especially in environments with dust, noise, and heavy machinery **Quality Control** * Collection of samples from processed material for analysis * Adjustment of plant parameters (conveyor belt speed, equipment settings, etc.) to ensure final product quality Required Qualifications * Specialized training in **mineral processing plant operation** (crushing, classification, grinding, etc.) * Training in **OHSR**, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and safety protocols Conditions * Immediate start * Competitive remuneration commensurate with the position * Job stability * On-site position Position Type: Full-time, Permanent contract Salary: From €1.400,00 per month Work Location: On-site employment