Mechanical Technician

The world is going electric, and PLS is at the forefront of the charge.

Our collaborative, inclusive culture is a cornerstone of PLS. Humble, down-to-earth and genuinely invested in each other, we are one team united by a common purpose and driven to do great work together.

Being such a fast-moving company in clean energy transition means there is no shortage of challenge or opportunity. Whether it is taking on new projects, developing new skills or stepping into bigger roles, PLS is a place where careers move and where your potential has room to grow.

We're not a big corporate, and we don't want to be. At PLS you own your work, you're backed by people who care about doing a good job, and there's room to innovate and make things happen.

Positioned to be a major force for change, this is a great time to join us as we play a critical role in addressing the global energy crisis. If you want to be part of an organisation that is all about great people shaping the next era of battery minerals, we would love to hear from you.

The future is lithium, make it yours.

• Quarterly short-term incentive bonus recognising individual and business performance
• PLS employee share scheme
• Access to newly refurbished facilities at Pilgangoora, including gym, tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts, sports oval and scenic walking tracks
• 18 weeks parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Novated leasing through salary sacrifice
• Paid community leave
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Access to PLS’ Kids Co School Holiday Program
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Company Chaplains

Reporting to the Mechanical Supervisor, the Mechanical Technician is responsible for completing equipment repairs and maintenance to a high standard and to ensure the production plant and utilities operate achieving safe, reliable production within approved budgets.

This is a permanent full-time position which operates on a FIFO 8:6, 8:6, 7:7 roster of dayshift and night shift from Perth.

• Completion of daily mechanical maintenance activities to achieve the maintenance plan as directed by the Mechanical Supervisor.
• Troubleshoot machine components to determine causes of failures when required, including gathering of failure evidence for later analysis.
• Ensure all work orders are completed properly to a consistent high quality in PRONTO.
• Provide information and experience to assistants in their duties.
• Participate in special projects whenever required.
• Maintain punctuality at all times.
• Ensure parts are used properly within the work order task descriptions as intended.
• Ensure all unused parts are returned for credit and placed immediately back to stores warehouse.
• Ensure that on completion of repair, all parts removed are cleaned and tagged with information tags noting the associated work order details.
• Ensure all company tools are returned to the proper area (e.g. tool cabinets, tool storage areas) after use on a daily basis.
• Ensure that the surrounding work area and workshops are maintained in a clean and safe state.
• Raise improvement opportunity ideas with Mechanical Supervisor or Maintenance Superintendent.

• Certificate III Engineering – Mechanical Fitter (Fixed Plant and must be Australian recognised).
• Working with High Risk Work Licensing, elevating Work Platform, Forklift, Confined Space & Dogging (Essential)
• Fixed plant experience in a mine processing plant environment.
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work well in a team in remote areas.
• Strong commitment towards safety and quality.

PLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a workplace that…