Job Description

Mine Control Superintendent

Greenbushes Lithium Operation

Lithium plays a critical role in the transition to clean energy, and Talison Lithium is the world’s leading lithium minerals producer with the largest high-grade ore body in the world - join us and be a part of the transition.

About the Role

Reporting to the Mining Manager, the successful candidate will lead Mine Control and the effective use of the Fleet Management System for the Greenbushes Lithium Operation, ensuring safe and efficient shift execution, real-time dispatch, accurate production data, effective communication between operating areas, and continuous improvement in fleet utilisation, material movement, grade control support and operational performance.

Join our team on an attractive 5:2 residential roster, with this permanent, full-time opportunity based in the beautiful Greenbushes region. Accommodation options are available, with alternative roster arrangements considered for the right candidate.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the Mine Control function to support safe, efficient and disciplined execution of the approved mine plan;
• Own the day-to-day performance, governance and continuous improvement of the Fleet Management System, including business rules, dispatch logic, user access, system configuration and data integrity;
• Ensure real-time dispatch decisions optimise truck, excavator, drill and ancillary fleet utilisation while maintaining compliance with safety, traffic management, geotechnical, environmental and operational constraints;
• Coordinate Mine Control communications between pit supervisors, production crews, maintenance, drill and blast, survey, geology, technical services, processing and contractors;
• Monitor shift progress against plan, identify emerging production risks, escalate constraints and support timely corrective actions to minimise delays and production loss;
• Maintain accurate recording and reporting of equipment status, delays, material movements, locations, payloads, cycle times, stockpile movements and other production measures;
• Support ore control, ROM management and stockpile integrity by ensuring material assignments, destinations and movement records are correctly maintained in the Fleet Management System;
• Prepare, review and distribute daily, weekly and monthly production reports, including analysis of utilisation, availability, productivity, delays, downtime and compliance to plan; and
• Develop and maintain Mine Control procedures, communication protocols, shift handover standards, system operating guides and training material.

About the Candidate:

• Significant experience in open pit mining operations, mine control, dispatch, production supervision or operational technology roles;
• Hands-on experience administering or supervising the use of Fleet Management Systems, dispatch platforms, GPS tracking, material movement and production reporting tools;
• Strong understanding of load and haul operations, ROM and stockpile management, drill and blast interfaces, crusher feed requirements and mine plan execution;
• Well-developed leadership, coaching and communication skills with the ability to align mine control, operations, maintenance, technical services and processing stakeholders;
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and report writing skills, including the ability to identify trends, investigate downtime and provide clear recommendations; and
• Knowledge of mine safety requirements, traffic management, fatigue management, communications protocols and emergency response arrangements.

Some of the many benefits of working with Talison include:

• Flexible working environment;
• Income protection insurance;
• Life Insurance for company superannuation employees;
• Competitive parental leave policy;
• Salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation; and
• Participation in site performance-based incentive scheme.

About Talison Lithium:

Talison Lithium supports many of the community projects, groups and sporting events our employees are involved in. 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 Lithium strongly encourages applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of work experience. Talison Lithium takes pride in its unique location and the excellent work/life balance offering that our employees enjoy. Talison Lithium recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all genders, cultures and identities.

How to Apply:

Please apply for this vacancy by including your Resume and Cover Letter with your application, on our Talison Careers portal.

This portal is accessible via all Talison Advertisements on Seek / LinkedIn.

We look forward to receiving your application for this vacancy.