Great People, Great Company, Great Future.

We’re a great Australian success story, having rapidly grown to be a major player in the global lithium market. Our Pilgangoora Project is one of the largest, hard-rock lithium operations in the world.

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

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

Our Mining Production department is looking for a motivated Production Excavator Operator to join our great team.

Reporting to the Mining Production Supervisor, this position offers you the chance to hone your Digging skills in a hard rock mining environment, using a variety of selective mining techniques, and really taking ownership of your pit.

As a valued member of our Mining Production team, you’ll work safely and collaboratively towards delivering targeted production outcomes and offer guidance and direction to your Truck and Ancillary operators.

This is a permanent position, with an 8/6 7/7 roster based at our Pilgangoora Operation.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operating heavy surface mining equipment, primarily 200T+ production Excavators in a hard rock open-cut mining environment.
• Maintaining targeted dig rates, with a focus on ore hygiene and selective mining techniques.
• Effectively and efficiently manage Dump Truck cycles.
• Working in a collaborative manner with a Can-Do attitude and following industry best practices.
• Actively contribute to a safe working environment for yourself and team members.
• Assist with undertaking other tasks and operating mobile machinery as required.

ABOUT YOU:

• Experience operating 200T+ Excavators, ideally CAT 6020 Dig Units or similar, in a hard rock mining production environment.
• Experience facing-up ore and the ability to focus on hygiene when mining ore to avoid contamination.
• Experience operating other mining machinery such as CAT Track Dozers, Graders and Loaders is advantageous.
• A flexible approach to work and helping others, including operating other machinery and regular hot seating activities.
• A strong focus on safety and best practices within the mining industry.
• The ability to work 12.5-hour shifts, including nights.
• A current WA Driver’s licence: HR preferred.
• You enjoy being part of a collaborative team and you’re passionate about achieving goals together.

Above all we’re seeking great, like-mind people who are passionate about being a part of a world class lithium operation and contributing to a sustainable energy future!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salary
• Quarterly cash incentives bonus
• Health & Wellbeing Allowance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Community Leave
• Great accommodation and recreational facilities
• Take a front-row seat in the sustainable energy transformation!

OUR VALUES

• 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.

Shortlisting 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