Shift Manager

The role is accountable for the safe, stable, and coordinated operation of the Monazite Processing Unit (MPU), Solvent Extraction Unit (SXU), and Metal Smelting Unit (MSU) during the assigned shift. The Shift Manager will lead an operations team to set priorities, control permits and work coordination, manage abnormal conditions, and ensure strong communication between operations, maintenance, material handling, laboratory, and support teams. This role will require shift work as the facility functions under 24/7 operations.

Accountabilities
Manage shift operations
Manage an operations team, including assigning work, setting expectations, providing coaching and feedback, supporting training and contributing to the hiring and performance decisions
Coordinate operating teams as plant conditions, maintenance work, and production needs change
Lead shift handover, toolbox talks, operating updates, and communication of key risks, constraints, and required actions
Manage abnormal conditions, process instability, equipment issues, safety risks, environmental concerns, and emergency response during the shift
Authorize and control permits, isolations, and work execution in coordination with maintenance and operations personnel
Support commissioning, startup, ramp-up, operator training, and continuous improvement of operating practices
Identify, lead, and implement improvements

Qualifications
Post-secondary education in process operations, engineering technology, chemistry, power engineering, industrial operations, or a related discipline
A minimum of 5 years of relevant operational experience

The chosen candidate will also be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to SRC prior to the commencement of any employment duties. The Criminal Record Check must have been executed within the preceding 30 days of receipt.

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