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
• 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 

We have an opportunity for a motivated Maintenance Superintendent - Shutdowns to join our talented and dedicated Maintenance team. Reporting to the Maintenance Execution Manager and overseeing an establishing team of Shutdown Coordinators, this role will be responsible for the execution of the Ngungaju Plant shutdowns and will have the entire Shutdown Execution team including all contractors as direct reporting line during the execution phase of the plant Shutdowns.

This is a permanent full-time position which operates on a FIFO 8:6; 4:3 roster from Perth or DIDO from Port Hedland.  

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Promote best practice maintenance culture, by focusing on continuous improvement, efficient work flow practice, executing tasks as planned, ensuring accountability and celebrating success.
• Contribute to optimising and implementing effective Shutdown execution strategies for equipment maintained to achieve target availability and throughput.
• Review maintenance practices and optimise where appropriate.
• Ensure maintenance cost targets are met.
• Preparation and presentation of maintenance reports.
• Execute maintenance schedules and ensure maintenance activities are recorded consistently and accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provide direct leadership and guidance to the Shutdown Coordinators, Supervisors and trades personnel, including personnel performance review and development.
• Ensure all Shutdown workshop facilities and equipment is maintained and in good working order.
• Providing clear instructions to Shutdown Coordinators regarding job allocation, job details, work methods timeframes and allow for adequate feedback.
• Demonstrate an understanding of PLS safety and environmental policies and maintain an understanding of the main principles.
• Lead by example in demonstrating a hands-on approach to resolving issues allocating priority to emergent work orders, in line with core business needs.

ABOUT YOU

• 5-10 yrs. mining industry experience in Maintenance / Shutdown Execution in a leadership position.
• Knowledge of statutory safety requirements relevant to the processes
• Systematic planning skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment
• Strong commitment to safety and the environment
• Shutdown Scheduling
• PRONTO experience
• MS Office & Project experience
• WA C class driver’s license
• Relevant trade or engineering qualification.

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.