Mobile Maintenance Supervisor Workshop

About PLS

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 organsiation 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.

What PLS offers

• 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’ KidsCo School Holiday Program
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Company Chaplains

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Mobile Maintenance Superintendent, the role of Mobile Maintenance Supervisor Workshop provides leadership to ensure the PLS fleet of mobile equipment is maintained in a safe and mechanically sound condition, to deliver maximum up-time for the Mining Group and to ensure that PLS interests are always protected.

This is a permanent full-time role which operates on an 8/6 7/7 (days & nights) FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that works being performed is done in a safe manner, and in line with company OH&S standards.
• Co-ordinate maintenance teams to carry out all related maintenance activities to ensure the equipment is always maintained to a high standard.
• Communicate with the Mobile Maintenance Superintendent on day-to-day activities, work order control and cost management.
• Liaise with Mining to ensure that equipment is maintained, and that Mining are aware of potential repairs / downtime.
• Ensure relevant documentation is completed & filed as required by maintenance & planning groups.
• Ensure that company vehicles and tooling are maintained and that both company and contractor vehicles and tooling comply with mine site regulations.
• Ensure that work management is carried out to maximise value and minimise unplanned events.
• Work with the Mobile Maintenance Superintendent to lead and guide strategy and management to achieve budgeted costs and change periods.
• Ensure that area inductions are current and help maintain the integrity of PLS competency records.
• Draft Safe Work Method Statements for PLS HSEQ Committee review, approval and implementation across the business.
• Demonstrate PLS safety & environmental policies and maintain an understanding of the principles.
• Support procedures and work practices aimed at preventing accidents or injuries.

About You

• Statutory S26 Supervisor qualified.
• Strong leadership skills and experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills.
• Minimum 5 years heavy workshop and field maintenance experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Able to identify lead indicators for safety performance and recommend appropriate actions.
• Strong knowledge and experience of effective Workshop standards, processes and techniques.
• Has proven strong collaborative and liaison skills and has good understanding of operations and equipment usage.
• Can provide clarity and direction that supports the effective performance of repair and management processes that relate to Heavy Mobile Equipment Maintenance.
• Set and implement clear standards of integrity, consistently demonstrate behaviours supporting organisational values and address inappropriate behaviour or actions.
• Relevant nationally recognised Trade Qualification.
• Certificate IV Frontline Management.
• High Risk Work licences: Forklift, EWP, Working at Heights.
• High Risk Crane (CV) and Basic Rigging (RB) licences; preferred but not essential.
• Current Driver’s Licence (Minimum LR Class).

Supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce

PLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a workplace that values, respects and supports diversity and inclusion. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our business and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our communities and the future we’re building. We foster an environment where everyone feels safe, included and able to contribute their best. Our recruitment processes are designed to be fair, equitable and accessible for all.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all ages, and people of all genders and sexual orientations (LGBTQIA+).

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application process or inform our Careers team if you are contacted for an interview.

Our recruitment process

As part of our recruitment process, a number of checks will be conducted, including police / criminal background checks, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence, right to work checks and reference checks.
We respectfully request agencies not to submit unsolicited resumes.

If you would like to learn more about PLS or register for future opportunities, please visit pls.com.