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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

• Flexible working arrangements, including work from home options
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Paid community leave
• Access to PLS’ KidsCo School Holiday Program
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Company Chaplains

The opportunity

Reporting to the Group Manager Risk & Compliance, the Principal Risk & Compliance will provide hands on support to the Company’s Enterprise Risk and Assurance program with a primary focus on risk interfacing with all departments across the business.

This role is offered on a maximum term (12 months) full-time arrangement and is based at our West Perth office, just next to the City West train station.

Key responsibilities

• Providing assistance with risk development, control design and risk treatment plans.
• Driving the annual update of the risk framework and providing recommendations for continual improvement.
• Preparing data analysis and developing reports for inclusion in regular reporting processes.
• Monitoring the external environment for emerging risk and proactively report.
• Providing support to facilitate delivery of half yearly department compliance performance reporting for the Executive and Audit and Risk Committee.
• Conduct independent compliance related investigations and report on findings.
• Management and of internal audit plan and coordinate external consultants.
• Assist in the gathering of information to support broker placement of the annual insurance programme and management of key major project insurances for principal controlled programs.
• Initiating continuous improvement projects within the department and across the business.
• Facilitating risk workshops as and when required.
• Provide assistance with periodic leadership and Audit & Risk Committee reporting.

About you

• Tertiary qualified in Risk Management is highly regarded or any other relevant discipline (eg: finance, engineering, commerce, law) will be considered.
• A minimum of 7-10 years operational risk related experience.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to develop strong working relationships across all areas of the business, including the board of directors.
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to deliver a consistently high standard of work.
• A self-starter and willing to “roll up sleeves” when needed.
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft suite of products.

Supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce

PLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a workplace that values, respects and supports diversity and inclusion. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our business and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our communities and the future we’re building. We foster an environment where everyone feels safe, included and able to contribute their best. Our recruitment processes are designed to be fair, equitable and accessible for all.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all ages, and people of all genders and sexual orientations (LGBTQIA+).

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to support all applicants and employees. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application process or inform our Careers team if you are contacted for an interview.

Our recruitment process

As part of our recruitment process, a number of checks will be conducted, including police / criminal background checks, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence, right to work checks and reference checks.

We respectfully request agencies not to submit unsolicited resumes.

Acknowledgement of Country

PLS respectfully acknowledges the Nyamal and Kariyarra People of the Pilbara, the Whadjuk Noongar People of the Perth region and all the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who are the Traditional Owners and First Nations peoples of these lands.

We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge their continuing connection and care for the land, water and Country.

If you would like to learn more about PLS or register for future opportunities, please visit www.pls.com.