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: 

This is a permanent position, with an 8/6 roster based at our Pilgangoora Operation.

Applicants must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identify as such, and be recognised by the community, in accordance with Section 50(d).

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

General Liaison

• Ongoing liaison between PLS and Traditional Owners to maintain a connection with community.
• Supporting new Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees to settle in at Pilgangoora
• Development of collaborative and sustainable relationships between Pilbara Minerals and the Nyamal Community including neighbouring Traditional Owner stakeholders
• Attendance (as required) on behalf of the Company at all associated Community meetings and events.
• Serve as the on-site representative for NAIDOC/Reconciliation Week, Facilitate onsite activities during these events.
• Facilitate/Coordinate ‘Welcome to Country’ ceremonies for new employees.
• Work closely with internal teams and leaders to embed inclusion into everyday practices
• Agility to work as part of a team but also be comfortable working autonomously when required and make informed decisions.

Site Heritage Activities

• Management and implementation of the PLS Cultural Heritage Management Plan (CHMP)
• Facilitation and coordination of planned Heritage Clearance Surveys and heritage protection, including Cultural Monitoring activities as directed by the First Nations Lead.
• Assisting the Company in meeting its commitment to manage and protect culturally significant and valued environmental areas on or around Pilgan and Ngungaju operational locations.
• Facilitate visits to Pilgan and Ngungaju sites as required by Nyamal representatives seeking access for cultural and other Nyamal related activities.

Training

• Facilitating effective delivery of the Cultural Immersion Program to all PLS employees.
• Attend and present at various training sessions, including Pre-site Safety Inspection (PSI), Plugging in to Pilgangoora, and Environmental/Heritage training.
• Provide employee mentoring and support to all Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander PLS staff.

Administration and Logistics:

• Issue Heritage-related stop work orders when necessary.
• Coordinate transportation for Traditional Owners' pick up and drop off.
• Maintain the Heritage Site Inspection database using both INX InControl and Excel.
• Manage internal First Nations network communications.

ABOUT YOU:

• Current WA driver’s license
• Aboriginality and a sound knowledge of Aboriginal heritage and cultural practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Physical fitness to meet the demands of physical work.
• Motivated to grow and continuously develop skills within the role.
• Experienced in speaking confidently to groups and in preparing and presenting informative and engaging presentations. (Desirable)

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
• 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