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August

Leading Hand Process Operator F

Pls - Port Hedland, WA

Manufacturing & Industrial

Source: uWorkin Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the Leading Hand Process Operator is responsible for coordinating daily tasks with the running of equipment, monitoring processes of the Processing Plant. This position is deemed Level 5 Process Operator, acting as second in charge to the Processing Shift Supervisor, * Supporting the Supervisor in providing guidance and leadership to Process Operators across all areas of the production plant.

- Ensure compliance to operating procedures
- Supporting the Supervisor in training and developing the processing team within the Supervisors span of control, providing on the job training and coaching to shift crew participants.
- Coordinate and delegate priorities that may shift quickly to adjust the demands of processing delivery.
- Liaise with the Shift Supervisor to assist in the management of workforce scheduling as needed to meet fluctuation demands, and coverage needs.
- Liaise with the Shift Supervisor on the daily tasks and jobs required
- Communicate with the Shift Supervisor any issues that may arise and work with the operators to resolve

About The Employer 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 recent 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.

About The Candidate

- Prior experience as a Senior Process Operator in fixed operating plant or equipment in the mining industry
- Previous experience in the Pilbara
- Mandatory requirement: valid Schedule 26 accreditation.
- Physical fitness to perform role and meet the physical demands required to respond in emergency or rescue situations
- Mechanical aptitude
- Teamwork and ability to contribute to a team
- Initiative
- Proactive safety focus
- Computer literacy

SUPPORTING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

Work Environment

- 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





Opportunity Type Pls Port Hedland, WA

Manufacturing & Industrial

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