PLS is delivering on its vision to be a leading global producer of lithium, a mineral critical to enabling the world’s transition to a more sustainably powered future.

As the owner and operator of the Pilgangoora Operation, the world’s largest independent hard-rock lithium mine, we are expanding fast, investing boldly, and building a global portfolio that positions us at the forefront of the energy transition.

Most recently, we acquired Latin Resources, adding the Colina Project in Brazil to our portfolio — strengthening our international footprint and creating new pathways for growth.

With more than 900 people employed globally, we’re building a future-focused business where talented people can create real impact. At PLS, our Values aren’t just words on a wall, they drive how we work, how we lead, and how we grow: Safety First. Great People. We Deliver. One Team. Shaping Tomorrow.

If you want to be part of an organisation that is ambitious, innovative and shaping the next era of battery minerals, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to join us.

WHAT PLS OFFERS

• 18 weeks parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Quarterly short-term incentive bonus that recognises individual and business performance
• PLS employee share scheme
• Novated leasing through salary sacrifice
• Newly refurbished facilities at Pilgangoora including gym, tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts, sports oval, and scenic walking tracks
• Paid community leave
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Access to PLS’ KidsCo School Holiday Program

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the Leading Hand Process Operator is responsible for coordinating daily tasks with the running of equipment, monitoring processes of the Processing Plant. This position is deemed Level 5 Process Operator, acting as second in charge to the Processing Shift Supervisor

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supporting the Supervisor in providing guidance and leadership to Process Operators across all areas of the production plant. 
• Ensure compliance to operating procedures
• Supporting the Supervisor in training and developing the processing team within the Supervisors span of control, providing on the job training and coaching to shift crew participants.
• Coordinate and delegate priorities that may shift quickly to adjust the demands of processing delivery.
• Liaise with the Shift Supervisor to assist in the management of workforce scheduling as needed to meet fluctuation demands, and coverage needs.
• Liaise with the Shift Supervisor on the daily tasks and jobs required
• Communicate with the Shift Supervisor any issues that may arise and work with the operators to resolve

ABOUT YOU:

• Prior experience as a Senior Process Operator in fixed operating plant or equipment in the mining industry
• Previous experience in the Pilbara
• Physical fitness to perform role and meet the physical demands required to respond in emergency or rescue situations
• Mechanical aptitude
• Teamwork and ability to contribute to a team
• Initiative
• Proactive safety focus
• Computer literacy

SUPPORTING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

PLS is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all.

We encourage female candidates and First Nations peoples to apply. 

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

As part of our recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.

We respectfully request agencies not to forward unsolicited resumes unless requested.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY 

PLS respectfully acknowledges the Nyamal and Kariyarra People of the Pilbara, and the Whadjuk Noongar People of the Perth region who are the traditional owners and first people of these lands. We would like to pay respect to the Elders past, and present and emerging for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of the Nyamal, Kariyarra and Whadjuk Noongar Peoples. 

If you are interested in learning more about PLS or registering for future opportunities, please visit our website  www.pls.com.