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 Mobile Maintenance Supervisor Boilermaker, the role of Senior Boilermaker ensures the PLS fleet of mobile equipment is maintained in a safe and mechanically sound condition, to deliver maximum uptime for the Mining Group and to ensure that PLS interests are always protected.

This is a permanent full-time role which operates on an 8/6 7/7 (days & nights) FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure that works being performed is done in a safe manner, and in line with company OH&S standards.
• Carry out fabrication and welding repair maintenance activities on heavy mining equipment.
• Carry out bucket inspections and create detailed notifications for future planned repairs.
• Carry out GET inspections on the Mining Fleet (Buckets / Blades and Bodies).
• Work towards increasing equipment reliability and availability.
• Work effectively to a maintenance schedule.
• Assess unplanned repairs and find the best way to effect suitable repairs.
• Actively participate in safety meetings and follow-up or feedback on issues raised are undertaken in an effective manner.

ABOUT YOU

• Statutory S26 Supervisor qualified.
• Frontline leadership experience.
• Minimum 2 years post trade mine site exposure and experience in completing bucket / blade / body repairs and drill maintenance across a variety of MEM equipment (CAT, Epiroc, Komatsu).
• Strong commitment to Safety Culture.
• Strong understanding and awareness of an open cut mining environment.
• Ability to work as a safe and productive crew member, and to encourage others.
• Ability to adapt within a variety of situations, and with various groups and individuals.
• Strong knowledge and experience of Workshop standards, processes and techniques.
• Proven strong collaborative and liaison skills, with a good understanding of operations and equipment usage.
• Relevant nationally recognised Trade Qualification.
• High Risk Work licences: Forklift, EWP, Working at Heights.
• High Risk Crane (CV) and Basic Rigging (RB) licences; preferred but not essential.
• Current Driver’s Licence (Minimum LR Class).

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