Control Systems Engineer

Control Systems Engineer

Greenbushes Lithium Operation

Full Time Position

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.

Talison Lithium aims to maximise local employment where possible by recruiting people who live in and around our local communities of Greenbushes, Bridgetown, Donnybrook, Nannup, Boyup Brook and Manjimup.

About the Role

Reporting to the Process Control Systems Superintendent, the successful candidate will play an integral role in the ongoing development and support of Talison Lithium’s process control systems at our Greenbushes operation. Working in close collaboration with the PCS Superintendent and the Information Systems and Technology (IST) teams, you will contribute to the implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of systems that underpin production processes and critical infrastructure.

This position offers a blend of technical expertise and practical field work. You will be responsible for scoping and delivering control systems projects, both standalone and as part of broader initiatives, while supporting day-to-day operational activities. From assisting Process Control Officers with maintenance to driving optimisation and tuning for production, you will play a key role in ensuring efficiency, reliability, and continuous improvement across site.

This role is offered on an 8/6 roster and provides flexibility with either Drive-In Drive-Out (DIDO) or residential options.

Responsibilities include:

• contribute to the design, implementation, and commissioning of cutting-edge process control systems and components, including PLCs, SCADA, and networks;
• assist in preparing clear and detailed project documentation to support successful delivery;
• provide ongoing support for our Process Control Systems (PCS), ensuring reliability and performance;
• troubleshoot and resolve issues on-site at Greenbushes, where your hands-on expertise makes the difference;
• drive and support best practice engineering processes across PCS activities;
• collaborate with stakeholders to scope and consult on new projects requiring PCS integration;
• support commissioning, handover, and troubleshooting for PCS projects and PCS components within larger initiatives; and
• ensure projects are completed to a high standard, on time, and aligned with best practices.

About the Candidate:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering (highly desirable);
• 5+ years’ experience in Process Control Systems;
• strong analytical skills with a proven ability to organise and prioritise effectively;
• excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• ability to collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, including key users, vendors, external consultants, and internal process owners across multiple disciplines;
• experience delivering technical control system solutions across the full project lifecycle (design, coding, programming, testing, commissioning and handover);
• working knowledge and conceptual design capability in Instrumentation & Process Control, PLC, HMI/SCADA, Plant Historian, Communications & Networks, Server Infrastructure (including Virtualisation) and Data Analysis & Interfacing;
• previous experience with Rockwell Automation ecosystem (PLC, HMI, DOL, VSD);
• previous experience with Aveva PlantSCADA; and
• experience with Aveva System Platform or FactoryTalk View (desirable).

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; and
• salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation.

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, and directly at jobs.talisonlithium.com

We look forward to receiving your application for this vacancy.

It is preferred that you live or are willing to relocate to within 60 minutes of the Greenbushes Lithium Operation