Once in a Lifetime

We’re a great Australian success story, having rapidly grown to become a major player in the global lithium market. Our Pilgangoora Operation is one of the largest, hard-rock lithium operations in the world.

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

Reporting to the Maintenance Execution Superintendent, the Mechanical Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of the mechanical maintenance functions to ensure all safety and maintenance targets are met in compliance with all statutory regulations, company standards, guidelines and procedures.

This is a permanent full-time position which operates on a FIFO 8/6 roster from Perth or DIDO from Port Hedland.  

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing an effective and responsive maintenance function to plant operations by executing all the scheduled maintenance work and responding to operations requirements;
• Developing and training the Mechanical Technicians to ensure the safety of personnel and the efficient operation and maintenance of plant equipment at a minimum cost; 
• Promoting continuous improvement and a preventative maintenance culture in all facets of the operation; and 
• Providing a safe & respectful work place for team members to work in.
• Manage the execution of maintenance plan via the daily allocation of resources to tasks.
• Fault find plant equipment and resolve problems, and assessing the potential impact on production, plant and equipment.

ABOUT YOU:

• Mechanical Trade qualification (Essential). 
• Minimum 5 years previous experience in supervisory role.
• 10-15 years mechanical experience in mining or mineral processing.
• Knowledge of statutory safety requirements relevant to the processes.
• Systematic planning skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment.
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems.
• PRONTO experience.

WHAT WE OFFER

Great people and culture are at the heart of our great Australian Company. We offer a supportive and collegiate working environment, that is dynamic and purpose-driven. Our people want to be part of something bigger, they think differently and for themselves. Our growth provides an opportunity to secure a future in an industry that has momentum and ambition, as well as:

• Excellent remuneration package and eligible to participate in the Company’s short-term incentive plan.
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Community Leave
• Career progression
• Great accommodation and recreational facilities
• Take a front row seat in the sustainable energy transformation!

WHAT WE STAND FOR

• Safety First
• Great People
• We Deliver
• One Team
• Shaping Tomorrow

PROMOTING DIVERSITY

PLS recognises that talented people come from diverse backgrounds, who can contribute to our successes in different ways.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly recommend women and Australian indigenous people to apply.

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.

Short listing for this role will commence immediately.  

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, 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