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 Mining Technical Services Superintendent, this role will provide support to our already established team with the review and assessment of ground conditions, deliver recommendations on excavation methodology and the appropriate levels of ground stabilisation to ensure a safe and efficient mining environment..

This is a permanent full-time role which operates on a 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise a team of Geotechnical Engineers to ensure production related Pit Geotechnical duties are executed in a safe, efficient and timely manner
• Provide leadership, through coaching, mentoring, and support for professional development activities, to members of the Geotechnical team.
• Oversee the co-ordination and execution of the PLS Ground Control Management Plan to ensure the identification and management of geotechnical hazards.
• Design, implement and monitor Geotechnical systems, processes and outcomes to ensure that they support an acceptable risk profile for the business.
• Providing input to drill and blast design to ensure wall control compliance.
• Provide input into Geotechnical assessment of open pit and dump designs.
• Provide geotechnical information to and liaise with other mining and geology personnel to ensure optimal extraction of the ore while conforming with legislated geotechnical requirements.
• Manage the collection, analysis and reporting of structural pit data and recommend changes where necessary.

ABOUT YOU:

• 5 years’ experience within a Geotechnical role.
• Relevant tertiary degree in Geotechnical Engineering or similar.
• MS Office.
• WA C class driver’s license.
• 5 years mining industry experience.
• Ability to utilise Surpac/Vulcan and other geotechnical software (RocScience)
• Knowledge of statutory safety requirements relevant to the processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and the environment.

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.