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 Process Operator (crushing) is responsible for operating and monitoring the crushing and sorting plant. This includes maintaining clear communication with the team throughout the shift, reporting on plant status and any issues, safely operating both fixed and mobile equipment to achieve assigned KPIs in a productive and efficient manner. Be part of a unique opportunity to work in a large-scale ore sorting facility.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor and control assigned areas of the crushing and sorting plant.
• Conduct equipment and area inspections to a high standard within agreed timeframes.
• Perform equipment cleaning and minor maintenance as required.
• Operate small mobile plant to support clean-up activities.
• Identify and report plant components requiring preventative maintenance or repair.
• Recognise, rectify, and escalate hazards as necessary.

ABOUT YOU:

• 1–2 years’ experience operating a processing plant, preferably crushing plants and associated equipment (e.g. jaw crushers, cone crushers, apron feeders, conveyors, wet and dry screening associated slurry pumps an water recovery circuits, TOMRA ore sorters).
• Control room operation experience (desirable).
• Familiarity with safe isolation and permitting systems.
• Current WA Driver’s Licence (HR licence desirable).
• Tickets for forklift, loader, bobcat, or EWP are highly regarded.
• Confined space and working at heights certifications are advantageous.
• Positive attitude with a can-do approach.
• Strong safety focus and commitment to safe work practices.
• Team-oriented and passionate about achieving shared goals.
• Can communicate and engage across a muliti disciplined and diverse team.
• Experience operating Wheel loader, specifically CAT 980

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.