Once in a Lifetime

PLS is a lithium mining company and a major player in the rapidly growing lithium supply chain. The Company owns 100% of the world’s largest, independent hard-rock lithium operation, the Pilgangoora Project and Operation. Located in Western Australia’s resource-rich Pilbara region, its operation produces a spodumene and tantalite concentrate.

We are a Company that is going places and is exciting, dynamic, and purpose-driven. Our growth and diversification strategy will see us continue to grow and transform the industry through innovation and leadership

Our purpose is to make a difference in the world, through the production of lithium materials which are the heart of the world’s ambition towards net zero.

The future is lithium. The future is bright. Make lithium your future.

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

The Maintenance Planner is responsible for providing an effective maintenance planning function by planning and scheduling Maintenance activities through the maintenance management systems (PRONTO & Microsoft Project).

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

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of PLS safety and environmental policies and maintain an understanding of the main principles.
• Report any situation, event or incident that has affected or has the potential to harm the environment to management, the Senior OHS Advisor or the Resident Manager.
• Support procedures and work practices aimed at preventing accidents or injuries.
• Regularly audit team’s work environment and promote a high level of safety awareness.
• Actively participating in safety meetings and follow-up or feedback on issues raised are undertaken in an effective manner.
• Identify workplace hazards and taking appropriate corrective actions.

Communication

Effectively communicate with people by:

• Regularly liaise with Maintenance and Production Supervisors as well as Metallurgy representatives detailing changing priorities and additional equipment that is to be repaired or modified.
• Regularly update the Planning & Reliability Superintendent on planning schedules and issues.
• Ensure that Supply personnel are aware of maintenance order priorities for Shutdown stock requirements.
• Provide clear guidelines for site equipment requirements for vendors and repairers.

Core Duties

• Develop, implement, and oversee maintenance and plans to ensure the smooth operation.
• Utilise MS Project Professional.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and procurement, to coordinate maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards in all maintenance activities.

Costs

Assist in developing and facilitating the site Maintenance budget and monitoring costs on a regular basis to ensure that budget levels are not exceeded by:

• Provide assistance in the review of BOMs and spares to ensure adequate spares are held in stock for maintenance activities.
• Obtaining sufficient quotes to establish industry competitive offers are being made by equipment and service providers.
• Ensuring invoices are accurate and appropriately cost coded prior to approval.
• Providing updates on budget spend throughout the month to Planning & Reliability Superintendent.
• Evaluating regularly the labour requirements to achieve intended work program.

ABOUT YOU

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Planner in the mining or heavy industry sector.
• Expertise in MS Project, with a strong understanding of its maintenance planning modules.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

WHAT WE OFFER

Great people and culture are at the heart of our great Australian Company. We offer a supportive and collegiate working environment, that is dynamic and purpose-driven. Our people want to be part of something bigger, they think differently and for themselves. Our growth provides an opportunity to secure a future in an industry that has momentum and ambition, as well as:

• Excellent remuneration package and eligible to participate in the Company’s short-term incentive plan.
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Community Leave
• Career progression
• Great accommodation and recreational facilities
• Take a front row seat in the sustainable energy transformation!

WHAT WE STAND FOR

• Safety First
• Great People
• We Deliver
• One Team
• Shaping Tomorrow

PROMOTING DIVERSITY

PLS recognises that talented people come from diverse backgrounds, who can contribute to our successes in different ways.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly recommend women and Australian indigenous people to apply.

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.

Short listing for this role will commence immediately.  

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, 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