Lubrication Technician
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About us
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 organsation 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
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
The opportunity
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Lubrication Technician is responsible for hydrocarbon management within the fixed plant. This includes Master Lube Schedule development and the implementation of best practice storage, dispensing and analysis.
Key elements of the role are to carryout manual lubrication, maintenance of automatic grease systems, oil replenishment and oil sampling. Good hydrocarbon management is essential to achieving plant reliability and will be fully supported by the Condition Monitoring and Reliability team
This is a permanent full-time position which operates on a FIFO 8:6, 7:7 roster from Perth or DIDO from Port Hedland.
Key responsibilities
- Carrying out manual grease lubrication of all rotating equipment
- Maintain and replenishment automatic grease systems
- Carry out replenishment of all oil lubricated systems
- Take oil samples and send to laboratory for analysis
- Changeout of filters on air and oil system
- Maintain CMMS (Pronto) database
- Manage stock levels in Lubrication storage areas
- Installation/Maintenance of grease lines
About you
2-3 Years’ relevant working experience in a similar role
Practical knowledge of fixed plant equipment
High level of attention to details and disciplined approach to work
Relevant trade qualification.
Preferred qualifications: MLA1 or MLA2,
Positive can-do attitude, sound communication skills and able to engage and influence multiple stakeholders
Willingness to learn and improve
Working knowledge of CMMS (Pronto or similar) is desirable
Working At Heights
Supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce
PLS is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all.
We encourage female candidates and First Nations peoples to apply.
Our recruitment process
As part of our recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.
We respectfully request agencies not to forward unsolicited resumes unless requested.
Acknowledgement of Country
PLS 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, and 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 PLS or registering for future opportunities, please visit our website www.pls.com .
About Pilbara Minerals
Publicly traded Australian lithium producer mining and processing hard-rock lithium for global battery and energy-storage markets.
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