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 Maintenance Superintendent, the Shutdown Coordinator is responsible for

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:

• Develop scope for all mechanical, electrical & site services work requirements, to be executed by the Maintenance, Operations and Metallurgy teams during planned plant outages.
• Assist Shutdown Planners with the scheduling and development of task details planned for outage including but not limited to preventative planned maintenance tasks (overhauls, replacements, servicing), preventative maintenance (inspections, lubrication, condition monitoring) and continuous improvement projects to improve plant performance.
• Assist Shutdown Planners in development of shutdown forecast costs and proposed outage scope for approval.
• Assist Maintenance Superintendent – Shutdowns and provide feedback relating to schedule and scope compliance.
• Develop Shutdown Work packs & relevant QA data.
• Provide clear instructions to Shutdown teams and contractors regarding job scope, job details, work methods timeframes and allow for adequate feedback.
• Regularly update the Maintenance Superintendent- Shutdowns on Shutdown Framework progress and constraints with a solution focused mindset
• Aid in the review of BOMs and spares to ensure adequate spares are held in stock for maintenance activities.
• Obtaining sufficient quotes to establish industry competitive offers are being made by equipment and service providers.
• Providing updates on budget spend (Forecast and Actual) for each planned shutdown outage to Maintenance Superintendent - Shutdowns.
• Regularly evaluating the labour requirements and key contract partners to achieve intended work program.
• Ensure Equipment identified as at risk by Engineers / condition monitoring program is included in Shutdown execution scope.
• Order equipment and consumables not held as stock items through the store as part of work task planning

ABOUT YOU:

• Mining industry experience in the maintenance planning area.
• Knowledge of statutory safety requirements relevant to the processes.
• Strong organisational and systematic planning skills.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work in a dynamic team environment.
• Good knowledge of statutory safety requirements with a commitment to safety and the environment
• Proficient in the use of Pronto and MS Office suite, including Project
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on continuous improvement
• Current WA C-class driver’s licence
• Relevant trade or engineering qualification desirable, but not essential

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:

• Quarterly incentive based on team and company performance, paid in cash or cash/share combination
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Community Leave
• Career progression
• Great accommodation and recreational facilities
• 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.

Short listing 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