Graduate Chemical/Process Engineer

Yara International

Graduate Process Engineer at Yara Pilbara improving plant performance in a world-class ammonia and nitrates production facility. Apply chemical and process engineering in real-world projects during a 3-year program.

Posted 5/25/2026full-timeKarratha • 🇦🇺 AustraliaEntry Level💰 A$46,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Gain practical experience in day-to-day production operations
Build technical expertise and actively contribute to improving plant performance
Work on production and CAPEX projects in collaboration with operations and maintenance teams
Assist in reviewing process parameters and identifying improvement opportunities
Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and support issue resolution
Contribute to updating procedures and engineering documentation (e.g. P&IDs)
Perform plant monitoring, data collection, and analysis
Coordinate closely with operators and maintenance personnel
Develop an understanding of Major Hazard Facility requirements and standards
Build capability in planning, budgeting, and cost control processes
Apply core chemical engineering principles, including reaction engineering, separation processes, mass and energy balances, and process control
Complete required HESQ training, participate in emergency response activities, and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment (including opportunities to take on site emergency roles)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical or Process Engineering
Strong communication skills (written and verbal), with fluency in English essential
The ability to work effectively in a team environment
A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and development
Curiosity in using AI (MS CoPilot) to improve personal and team productivity
The ability to perform work responsibly, minimising risks and potential issues
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Australian or New Zealand citizenship, or permanent residency (temporary visa holders are not eligible)
A willingness to relocate to Karratha, WA for the duration of the program

Benefits

Comp & perks

Complimentary employer-provided housing or $46,000 per year Karratha housing allowance
$35,000 per year regional location allowance
Annual bonus - target of up to one month’s base salary
$1,000 per year Health and Wellness allowance
$3,000 per year utilities reimbursement (electricity/water) subject to eligibility
Flights for you and your dependents, twice per year (after initial service period)
Relocation assistance
6 months paid primary parental leave
Salary packaging available
A culturally diverse workplace with a strong focus on diversity, equity & inclusion and access to a vibrant Social Club

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Hard Skills & Tools

chemical engineeringreaction engineeringseparation processesmass and energy balancesprocess controlroot cause analysisdata collectiondata analysisplant monitoringCAPEX projects

Soft Skills

strong communication skillsteamworkproactive mindsetcommitment to continuous learningcuriosityresponsibilityproblem-solvingcollaborationadaptabilitysafety awareness