Mechanical Tradesperson

INFRASTRUCTURE MECHANICAL TRADESPERSON (Fitter)

Greenbushes Lithium Operation

Full Time Position

7:7 Day Shift Roster

About the Role

Reporting to the Infrastructure Maintenance Supervisor, the successful candidate will join an energetic and multi-disciplined team to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on fixed plant equipment.

Responsibilities include:

• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as pumps, loaders, conveyors, fire systems, Laboratory crushing, milling and Water Treatment Plant equipment;
• Participate in the development and review of preventive maintenance checklists and safe work procedures;
• Complete scheduled maintenance activities as requested, complete check sheets and reports as required;
• Respond to unscheduled maintenance activities as requested and complete follow up reports as required;
• Install and repair mechanical systems, apparatus, and components of industrial machinery and equipment;
• Follow mechanical code, manuals, schematic drawings, blueprints, and other specifications; and
• Test malfunctioning machinery using test equipment and discuss malfunction with other maintenance workers.

About the Candidate:

• Minimum 3-year post trade experience;
• Proactive attitude towards Preventive and Reliability centered maintenance;
• Experience in Water Treatment Plant maintenance desirable;
• Ability to follow mechanical code, manuals, schematic drawings, blueprints and other specifications;
• Understanding of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems;
• Understanding of Pumping Systems;
• Experience in Job Safety Analysis and Toolbox meetings;
• Basic understanding of mineralogy and process operation; and
• understanding of CCMS.

The benefits of working with Talison are many and include:

• Family and lifestyle friendly roster;
• Salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation; and
• Participation in site performance-based incentive scheme.

About Talison Lithium

Talison Lithium is the world’s leading lithium minerals producer with the world’s largest high-grade ore body.

Talison supports many community projects, groups and sporting events. Our future is within, and as part of, the community.

The Greenbushes Lithium Operation is located in a unique residential setting, near the town of Greenbushes atop the picturesque Darling Scarp. Being active in the broader community is integral to our core business values of safety, transparency, and inclusiveness. We regularly carry out site tours for local school and community groups and promote education through Mine Open Days and community events.

Supporting a diverse workforce

Talison strongly encourages applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of work experience. Talison takes pride in its unique location and the excellent work/life balance offering that our employees enjoy. Talison recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.

How to Apply

Applications including a covering letter, CV, copies of any qualifications, and referees can be sent through SEEK.