Great People, Great Company, Great Future.

Pilbara Minerals is the leading ASX lithium 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: 

Reporting to the Geology Superintendent the Senior Pit Technician is responsible for ore spotting, and collecting, preparing and recording pit and stockpile grade control samples and quality ore duties.

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

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Train the ore spotters in best practice ore spotting and mining extraction.
• Train the excavator operators in geology best practice for ore mining and manage the Excavator Operator Permit program.
• Track the compliance with the Mining Clean Ore Commandments, safety interactions and regular inspections, and geology stock levels, along with other KPIs.
• Complete accurate recording of samples and sample sheets.
• Assist with the receipt and processing of assay data.
• Assist with the sieving and Chip traying of samples as required for geologists to log.
• Stock take and ordering of equipment and consumables for use in Grade control programs.
• Assist with data entry as required.
• Ore spotting: work with the excavator operator, and any other operators involved in earthmoving works proximal to or within an orebody to maximise recovery of ore and minimize any potential for dilution.
• Ore Spotting: to direct haul truck operators to the correct ROM pad finger, stockpile or waste dump based upon the material loaded into their haul truck.
• Assist geologists and surveyors with ore mark outs and delineation of ore blocks.
• To assist with in-pit sampling, SG test work and any other in pit duties as required by the mining team.
• Evaluate performance of Pit Technicians in line with Position objectives/KPI’s and assist with development plans.

ABOUT YOU:

• Current West Australian driver’s license
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Demonstrated ability to record and process data.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Software.
• Collaborative, team participant.
• Physical fitness to meet the demands of heat and outdoor physical work.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and collaborate to achieve results.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Salary
• New quarterly cash bonus based on lithium pricing, PLUS
• Annual incentive based on company performance, paid in cash or cash/share combination
• Career growth opportunities
• Great accommodation and recreational facilities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Community Leave
• Take a front row seat in the sustainable energy transformation!

WHAT WE STAND FOR

• Great people
• Think, do, achieve
• Safety matters
• Quality products
• Valuing our partners
• Making a difference in the world

PROMOTING DIVERSITY

Pilbara Minerals 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

Pilbara Minerals 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 Pilbara Minerals or registering for future opportunities, please visit our website  www.pilbaraminerals.com.au