Electrical & Instrumentation Technician (Mt Holland)

Covalent Lithium is a new greenfield lithium project that is currently under construction to develop the Mt Holland lithium project and produce battery-quality lithium hydroxide in Western Australia. Our project is backed by the expertise and funding of our joint venture partners – SQM and Wesfarmers. 

The Mt Holland project consists of a mine and concentrator located south of Southern Cross and a refinery at Kwinana that will produce 50,000 tonnes of lithium hydroxide once construction and commissioning is complete. Our lithium hydroxide will be exported to international manufacturers to produce over 1 million electric vehicles. This is an exciting opportunity to join a battery metals project that is driving the new energy sector in WA.

Employee Benefits 

We are committed to supporting, empowering, and rewarding our people with a range of benefits available:

• Access to flexible work arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free confidential coaching and support services 
• Company-paid parental and study leave 
• Short-term incentive programs 
• Salary sacrifice options such as superannuation and novated leasing
• Discounted health insurance 
• Discounted FIFO parking

The Role

The Electrical & Instrumentation Technician is part of the team reporting to the Supervisor Electrical & Instrumentation. The objective of this role is to execute required maintenance activities (planned & unplanned) within Covalent Lithium’s health, safety, environmental, HR, and asset management policies. 

The primary workplace will be in and around the Mt Holland concentrator around heavy machinery, dust and noise. From time-to-time the role will also provide support in maintaining NPI assets and infrastructure.

This is a full time, permanent, FIFO position ex Perth on an 8:6 roster (including 8:6; 7:7 day/night shift roster, approximately 6 months of the year)

Key Responsibilities 

Technical/Functional/Role

• At all times work within Covalent Lithium health, safety, and environmental standards
• Safely, efficiently, and effectively commission designated areas of the Fixed Plant—within Covalent Lithium sanctioned policies and procedures
• At all times act within Mount Holland safety, environmental and statutory standards.
• Execute planned and breakdown maintenance to maximise reliability and quality of fixed plant 
• Identify and put forth opportunities to improve equipment reliability and work procedures
• Maintain equipment to the highest standard to ensure Mount Holland meets required production targets

Health, Safety, Environment and Community

• Active participation in the establishment of a health and safety culture. 
• Undertake all work in a safe and efficient manner, in accordance with statutory requirements and Covalent policies & procedures.
• Comply with all health and safety, environmental and regulatory policies relating to the project and ensure a safe working environment.
• Ensure all health, safety and environmental incidents are reported.

Leadership and Team

• Ensure effective working relationships are built and maintained with the supervisor, team members and other departments and stakeholders, both internal and external
• Contribute as a team member in establishing our desired organisation culture
• Support and coach team members, managers and employees.

Role Requirements

• 2 years fixed plant maintenance – conveyors, ball mills, crushers, apron feeders, screens, pumps, DMS, floatation, etc.
• Certificate III in Electrical Engineering
• Operational readiness – preparation of preventive maintenance activities
• Commissioning – understanding design intent, fault finding and problem solving to rectify any equipment performance issues
• Relevant Electrical qualification
• Current WA “C” class drivers license

A competitive remuneration package commensurate with the role, candidate experience, skills and qualifications will be offered. 

Our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Candidates from all backgrounds and ages are encouraged to apply, including First Nations People, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities and those with neurodiverse, intersectional, or multiple diverse characteristics.

Covalent Lithium is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on our employees. We recognise skills, expertise, commitment and living our values of Purpose, Care, Accountability and Collaboration. Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward, and retain the best people in the industry. 

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