Jesse Ofenbach
Dalyellup,Australia
Summary
Safety-conscious and experienced Fixed and Mobile Plant Operator with over 8 years’ experience, including 7 years in control room operations and regular leading hand/supervisory coverage in both mining and refinery settings. Skilled in safely operating and monitoring complex process and mobile plant, performing LOTO isolations, and managing day-to-day production activities. Experienced in coordinating crews, assigning tasks, mentoring new operators, and liaising with maintenance and permit authorities to maintain workflow. Proficient in SAP work order management, shift handovers, and safety systems. Committed to team performance, clear communication, and maintaining high safety and production standards. Now seeking to contribute proven operational and leadership capability within a respected Mining & Resources organisation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production Leading Hand
Albemarle
Bunbury, WA
01.2021 - Current
- - Led a team of 8 under supervision of Team Leader
- - Operated complex control systems in central control room
- - Created and issued permits using advanced PTW systems.
- - Proficient in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) for creating and managing maintenance notifications, work orders, and equipment history.
- - Ensured adherence to safety, production, and procedural standards.
- - Performed routine and complex equipment isolations on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using LOTO procedures in accordance with site and legislative standards.
- - Safely operated a range of mobile plant equipment including front-end loaders, skid steers, forklifts, telehandlers, EWP in line with site procedures and license requirements.
Wet Plant Operator (FIFO)
Mineral Resources – Mt. Marion Lithium Mine
Coolgardie, WA
05.2020 - 01.2021
- - Monitored and adjusted DMS plant operations (screens/classifiers)
- - Conducted quality control sampling and testing
- - Maintained production parameters through proactive adjustments
- - Acted on equipment faults, hazards, and process anomalies
- - Safely operated a range of mobile plant equipment including front-end loaders, skid steers, forklifts, telehandlers, EWP in line with site procedures and license requirements.
Process Technician (FIFO)
Northern Minerals
01.2019 - 05.2020
- - Operated control room and oversaw processing circuits
- - Managed crushing, grinding, leaching, flotation, kiln, filtration & purification
- - Monitored SAG and ball mill operations
- - Conducted regular site inspections for HSE compliance
Plant Operator / Safety Representative
Simcoa Operations
05.2016 - 01.2019
Service Advisor
SW Harley-Davidson
06.2014 - 05.2016
Shift Plant Operator
Westpine Industries
05.2012 - 06.2014
Education
Bunbury Senior High School
Bunbury, WA2011
Skills
- - 8 years operating Fixed & Mobile Plant processing equipment
- - 7 years as a Process Control Room Operator (mining & refinery)
- - Strong background in DCS/SCADA systems, permit-to-work and LOTO isolation procedures
- - Supervisory experience as Production Leading Hand
- - High-level commitment to workplace safety and hazard identification
- - FIFO and residential site experience
- - Proven ability to work in high-pressure environments and remote sites
Certification
- - Driver's Licence: Valid WA Class C
- - High Risk Licence: WP (Elevated Work Platform), LF (Forklift)
- - Go2 Skills & Training (2020)
- Conduct Wheel Loader Operations
- Conduct Skid Steer Loader Operations
- Conduct Telescopic Handler Operations
- - NARA Training (2016)
- Enter & Work in Confined Spaces (RIIWHS200D)
- Work Safely at Heights (RIIWHS204D)
- Gas Testing Atmospheres (RIIWHS202D)
- - WorkSafe WA
- Accredited Safety & Health Representative Training
- Competent in On-site SOPs
Timeline
Production Leading Hand
Albemarle
01.2021 - Current
Wet Plant Operator (FIFO)
Mineral Resources – Mt. Marion Lithium Mine
05.2020 - 01.2021
Process Technician (FIFO)
Northern Minerals
01.2019 - 05.2020
Plant Operator / Safety Representative
Simcoa Operations
05.2016 - 01.2019
Service Advisor
SW Harley-Davidson
06.2014 - 05.2016
Shift Plant Operator
Westpine Industries
05.2012 - 06.2014
Bunbury Senior High School