Job Description

We are Boliden Tara Mines DAC.

Our purpose is to provide the metals essential to improve society for generations to come.

Our vision is to be the most climate friendly and respected metal provider in the world.

Our values are Care, Courage and Responsibility

Port and Plant Technician

Role: Port & Plant Technician

Company: Boliden Tara Mines

Location: Dublin Port, County Dublin and Navan, County Meath

Full-time, Permanent

An excellent opportunity to join the Boliden Tara Mines team as a Port and Plant Technician.

Reporting to the Head of Section – Mill Process, the Port and Plant Technician is responsible for providing technical support to the mill production teams and managing and developing all aspects of the Dublin Port facility operation and concentrate transport.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

General

• Ensure EHS compliance with pro-active engagement, including inspections, safety walks and reporting

• Participate in the procurement of equipment and services

• Initiate, lead & support improvements & projects as required

• Lead the communications with all stakeholders

• Ensure all processes and procedures are documented and procedures followed

• Ensure training needs analysis for Port and transport personnel is implemented

• Ensure rules and regulations are complied with

• Other relevant duties may be required from time to time

Port

• Monitor compliance for Mill department and Port for industrial emissions licence compliance

• Manage environmental requirements for dust monitoring, quay sweeping, reporting etc.

• Oversee contract management and ensure compliance with contracts and rules and regulations

• Co-ordinate concentrate transport and shipping as per agreed plan

• Monitor and record all concentrate movements

• Ensure all required sampling / reporting for concentrate transport

• Maintain all concentrate stores and handling facilities in good order

• Implement preventative maintenance checks and plans in conjunction with the Maintenance Department

Mill Plant

• Provide trouble shooting and technical support to mill production teams

• Process Control: Monitor critical process variables to consistently achieve metallurgical targets for Zinc and Lead recovery and concentrate grade

• Operational Leadership & Performance, daily mentor a team of shift supervisors, delegating tasks and ensuring optimal crew performance across all shifts.

• Manage all work orders generated and ensure follow up, including detail preparation and coordination for shutdowns

• Implement housekeeping and cleaning routines

Skills, Competencies & Experience:

Experience & Qualifications:

Extensive Industry Experience At least 5 years’ experience in a process environment with a focus mineral processing production, maintenance and port facilities coordination.

Leadership Proven track record of leading and managing teams, with strong strategic planning and decision-making skills.

Process Optimisation Experience in optimising production processes, improving efficiency, and implementing best practices.

Project Management Demonstrated ability to manage projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.

Safety Compliance In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and experience in maintaining a safe working environment.

Qualifications:

Educational Background Technical or engineering Diploma/Degree.

Technical Skills Process engineering, maintenance management, logistics/transport, and EHS compliance

Analytical Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to identify and address production issues.

Communication Skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with various departments and stakeholders.

Language Fluent verbal and written English required

Professional Skills required:

• Leadership & Team Management

• Strategic Planning & Organisation

• Proactive, with a ‘can-do’ approach and the ability to organise and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.

• Financial Acumen - Understanding of financial principles, including budgeting and cost estimation.

• Safety Procedures - Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures to maintain a safe working environment

• Consistently models Boliden’s core values in the workplace and applies same to driving change/resolution of conflict and safety.

Additional Info:

• The role will require frequent travel between the Dublin Port facility and the Mine operation in Navan. The role will require a presence at both facilities, on a business needs basis.

• There will be a degree of flexibility required as part of this role in line with operational requirements.

• There may be some international travel required as part of this role.

• On call may be required during ship loading operations

• Engage with external providers to ensure the facilities are operated to align with best practices

• Liaising with all internal departments and external stakeholders

• We strive to achieve diversity and inclusion among our employees and therefore welcome all applicants. Your application will be processed in accordance with the GDPR.

To role model the Boliden Leader values – Care, Courage and Responsibility:

I am a Boliden Leader

• I lead towards targets

• I communicate clearly

• I delegate with trust

• I show commitment and dedication

• I am present and available

• I coach and develop people

• I am fair and inclusive

• I act with integrity

• I lead by example

If this opportunity interests you, we welcome your application via Boliden Careers.

Closing date for applications is 11th July 2026.

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