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 Senior Project Metallurgist, this role is responsible for taking ownership of, and executing, the site metallurgical test work program. The role supports the metallurgy team through the completion of test work and associated reporting, enabling metallurgists to ensure concentrate production and related processing unit operations are controlled in a cost‑effective and efficient manner.

To achieve this, the Metallurgical Technician will actively manage their workload in consultation with metallurgists, ensuring that both routine and ad hoc test work requirements are completed accurately and in a timely manner.

This is a permanent position, with a 8/6 roster based at our Pilgangoora Operation.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• The Metallurgical Technician will build key relationships with relevant stakeholders.
• Sample preparation (drying, splitting, pulverizing).
• Wet & dry sizing.
• Bench scale flotation test work.
• Online stream analyser inspections and calibrations.
• Processing plant sample collection for improvement projects (routine & ad hoc surveys).
• Ore sorting belt cuts and sample preparation.
• Reagent strength measurement & tracking (soda ash, flocculant etc.).
• Technical report writing & data entry (routine & ad hoc).
• Bench scale HLS test work.
• Metallurgical laboratory administration (stock management & housekeeping).

ABOUT YOU:

• Previous metallurgical laboratory work experience.
• Show a high level of attention to detail, quality, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Practical, self-motivated approach with the ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.
• Willingness to support both routine and ad hoc metallurgical test work.
• Ability to create effective working relationships in a diverse workforce.
• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Excel).
• Current WA Driver’s licence.

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.