Job Description

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 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
• Paid community leave
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Access to PLS’ KidsCo School Holiday Program

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Business Services & Facilities Lead leads a team of professionals across a portfolio comprising front- and back-of-house operations for the Perth office, as well as domestic and international travel planning and journey management.

A key focus of this role is to provide leadership across a diverse range of business services, balancing resourcing in line with business priorities and ensuring that up-to-date practices are implemented, refined and remain fit for purpose.

This role is accountable for delivery within the approved Business Services & Facilities budget and is expected to identify opportunities for cost efficiency in service provision. The role will also be responsible for identifying, scoping and delivering initiatives to enhance service quality, cost effectiveness and overall business impact.

Fostering strong working relationships internally (such as with Executive Assistants) and externally (including visitors and shareholders) will be central to success in the role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide day-to-day direction and leadership of the Business Services & Facilities team, including development of team strategy and priorities, setting and tracking of individual OKRs, and mentoring and guidance of team members
• Provide timely updates and feedback to the CPSO regarding priorities, progress, risks and opportunities across all portfolio areas, including in-person briefings, development of tracking dashboards, and drafting of Board papers where relevant
• Formalise and publish (through Document Control) relevant policies, procedures, standards and frameworks, ensuring appropriate approval pathways are followed
• Regularly review and update policies, procedures, standards and frameworks to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, alignment with PLS values, and continuous improvement in efficiency, effectiveness and engagement
• Manage resourcing levels to ensure consistent service delivery, identifying shortfalls and proactively implementing solutions to mitigate risks
• Document and refine task and contact lists for key processes to ensure seamless coverage across the team during leave, peak demand periods and vacancies
• Contribute to the annual Business Services & Facilities budget and manage delivery within the approved financial framework, identifying one-off impacts and opportunities to improve cost effectiveness without compromising service quality
• Support the ongoing review of Perth office leases and locations, and lead the logistics of any relocation, consolidation or refurbishment initiatives as determined by the ELT

ABOUT YOU

• At least five years’ experience in a related leadership role within a corporate or hospitality environment
• Excellent team leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
• A positive and confident approach
• A collaborative team player with the ability to engage effectively across diverse stakeholder groups
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to see tasks through to completion
• High attention to detail
• Experience within the resources sector
• Experience delivering one or more of the team’s core service areas (front of house, facilities management, travel coordination)
• Experience with travel booking and journey management systems/providers

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