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Form of work Greenbushes Lithium Operation
Residential Full Time Position
Are you seeking a new opportunity? A chance to develop a mining career while living in the scenic South West?
Talison Lithium is the world’s leading lithium minerals producer with the world’s largest high-grade ore body.
Embracing inclusion and diversity we are seeking enthusiastic and motivated candidates to join our team.
About the Role
We are looking for safety focused, adaptable, hands-on and positive individual with a can-do attitude to join the
team as a Geotechnical Engineer. This is a permanent, full-time position, working an attractive residential roster (8
days on, 6 days off). Reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, the primary responsibilities will include:
assisting in the development and maintenance of reliable and predictive geotechnical systems to capture
necessary information and provide proactive input into maintaining safe mining operations;
geotechnical data collection and validation;
recognition, investigation, analysis and effective communication of rock fall events and ground control issues;
daily production tasks including documented geotechnical inspections of all mining areas, management of
slope stability monitoring systems, input to wall control blast designs, input to the mine production schedule,
operational support to the mining contractors, and slope reconciliation;
risk assessment and geotechnical hazard management;
ground support design and QAQC;
contractor management and supervision of geotechnical field projects;
input to the geotechnical assessments of pit and waste dump designs; and
conformance to the site Ground Control Management Plan and all legislative requirements.
About the Candidate
a proactive, collaborative approach and commitment to safety;
the legal right to live and work in Australia;
tertiary qualifications in Engineering, specifically Geotechnical study;
minimum of 2 years relevant industry experience in Geotechnical Engineering role or significant Mining
Engineering / Geology experience;
understanding of geotechnical design and civil construction projects with an emphasis on geotechnical
mapping and investigations, monitoring systems, ground support calculations / design and stability analysis;
strong interpersonal and communication skills;
strong computer literacy, with emphasis on mining and geotechnical software; and
must reside or be prepared to relocate to within 60 minutes’ drive of the Greenbushes Lithium Operation.
Benefits of working with Talison
excellent work/ life balance - be home with your family every night;
flexible working environment;
income protection insurance;
life Insurance for company superannuation employees;
maternity/paternity leave policy;
salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation; and
participation in site performance-based monthly incentive scheme.
The Greenbushes Lithium Operation is located in a unique residential setting proximal to the Town of Greenbushes
nestled atop the picturesque Darling Scarp. Being an active stakeholder 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. Talison 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.
Supporting a diverse workforce
Talison strongly encourages applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of work
experience. Talison takes pride in its unique location and the excellent work/life balance offering that our
employees enjoy. Talison recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and is committed to providing a work
environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.
How to Apply
Applications including a covering letter, CV, copies of any qualifications, and referees can be sent through SEEK.
