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
• Flexible working arrangements including an option to work from home
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Annual 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 Lead Design OT Technology as part of the Studies and Engineering Team, this role will play a key role in providing technical Leadership and governance and ensuring delivery support for control systems and operational technology projects across the Pilgangoora operations accordance with all compliance requirements.

This is a permanent full-time role based at our beautiful West Perth office, near the City West train Station.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical leadership across control systems and OT projects, from concept through to commissioning.
• Review and develop control philosophies, functional design specs, drawings, and FAT/SAT documentation to ensure high‑quality project delivery.
• Support onsite commissioning, troubleshooting and shutdown activities, ensuring systems meet performance and safety standards.
• Partner with engineering, operations and vendors to resolve technical issues and deliver integrated project outcomes.
• Contribute to OT governance by maintaining standards, specifications and reviewing system modifications through the Management of Change process.
• Drive continuous improvement by supporting plant optimisation, system upgrades and technology enhancements.

ABOUT YOU:

• Experienced Control Systems Engineer with a background in mining or heavy industry.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs (Allen‑Bradley, Schneider Modicon, SEL RTAC) and SCADA platforms (Ignition, AVEVA).
• Skilled in developing and reviewing control philosophies, functional specs and FAT/SAT documentation.
• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols such as OPC UA, Modbus TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP and IEC 61850.
• Strong communicator who can collaborate across engineering, operations and vendor teams.
• Able to manage multiple priorities with high attention to detail.
• Willing to travel to site for shutdowns, commissioning and technical support as required.

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.