Laboratory Chemist

Chemist

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.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Senior Chemist, this position will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and consistency of analytical services provided to the Greenbushes Lithium Operation, encompassing the site, mine, and associated facilities. The role involves close collaboration with maintenance teams to support laboratory equipment and infrastructure, as well as timely communication of any technical issues or equipment failures to the Senior Chemist.

This role is a 7 & 7 roster, with Drive-In, Drive-Out (DIDO) options available. Comfortable camp accommodation is provided at our newly built onsite facility.

You’ll be supporting a busy geochemical laboratory while also contributing to the selection, installation, commissioning, and ongoing technical support of new instrumentation. A strong focus will be placed on expanding capacity and improving quality systems, with key areas including:

• Sample preparation and robotics
• XRF, ICP-OES, AAS, and water chemistry
• Sizing analysis, TOC, and LIMS

Responsibilities include:

• promoting and contributing to safe laboratory operations by identifying and implementing safety improvements;
• supporting the maintenance and enhancement of laboratory quality systems;
• conducting safety and quality audits to ensure compliance and continuous improvement;
• developing and documenting laboratory procedures to support consistent and accurate practices;
• performing non-routine analytical testing as required;
• providing technical support and guidance to laboratory staff;
• monitoring laboratory equipment performance and assisting with maintenance activities;
• troubleshooting technical issues and implementing effective corrective actions;
• identifying opportunities to improve analytical methods and instrumentation; and
• assisting with the installation, commissioning, and calibration of laboratory equipment.

About the Candidate:

• tertiary qualification or degree in Chemistry;
• minimum two (2) years of technical experience, ideally within mineral analysis laboratories;
• demonstrated experience with a range of laboratory instrumentation, including operation and troubleshooting;
• comprehensive knowledge of laboratory safety regulations and standards;
• familiarity with laboratory quality systems and procedures;
• strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment; and
• high level of computer literacy and confidence using technical software.

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, 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