Lead Procurement Structural Mechanical Piping

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 new 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.

WHAT PLS OFFERS

• 18 weeks parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
• Flexible working arrangements including an option to work 1 day from home
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Annual 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 Major Engineering and Procurement Manager, this role is responsible for delivery of SMP Procurement Package for the P2000 Project including new Dry and Wet Plant Infrastructure. This will include Engineering Design works alongside our key Contractors and Vendors to develop fit for purpose Procurement and Engineering activities.

This will involve undertaking tendering development, tendering, contract engagement, Post Contract Engagement works including design management, Vendor management, Delivery and onsite receival management. Further this work may lead to onsite engagement as a SMP Engineer delivering the Construction and Commissioning of the P2000 Project.

This role involves working with cross-functional teams across design, execution and operations to ensure high-quality end solutions that deliver value to the business.

This role has the multiple options for employment type available – full time, casual or fixed term contract depending on the experience and availability of the successful candidate. The role is based at our beautiful West Perth office, near the City West train station.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Tendering, Contract negotiations, Supplier Management, Delivery Management and receival of and of Key Mechanical, piping and Structural Procurement packages for the P2000 Project
• Management of extensive external design consultant network to assist in the delivery of design works
• Overview of compliance to internal and statutory requirements, including delivery of safety-in-design values in team performance
• Work closely with Operations, Asset Readiness and Project Delivery teams to ensure project success through all phases of scoping, execution and commissioning / handover.
• Potential future onsite Project Engineering as a SMP Site Engineer to deliver the Construction and Commissioning of the P2000 Plant

ABOUT YOU:

• Preferably Mechanical Engineering Degree or Similar tertiary education qualifications
• Ability to manage external stakeholders and Suppliers
• Understanding of Procurement related activities such as Supplier Management, Documentation development, SMP related activities and International logistics (not essential)
• Ability to travel locally, to Site, interstate and if required have the ability to travel Internationally for Inspections (not essential)
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Analytical thinking and problem‑solving
• Strong communication skills—able to engage technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines

SUPPORTING A 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.