Lead Piping Engineer

Lead Piping 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:

The Lead Piping Engineer supports the Technical Services Manager in implementing engineering strategies and execution methods for projects at the Greenbushes Lithium Operation, in alignment with the Engineering Management Plan. This role provides technical leadership across all piping engineering activities, ensuring designs meet project requirements, comply with Talison’s technical standards, and maintain the integrity and operability of plant facilities.

The position is responsible for developing, applying and continuously improving piping-specific design criteria, standards, procedures and job instructions, while working closely with operations, contractors and other engineering disciplines across site-based projects.

Responsibilities include:

The key responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• lead above-ground and underground piping design, including plant layout development, painting and insulation;
• interface with civil, mechanical, GIS and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated facility layouts;
• develop and apply piping design criteria, standards, procedures and job instructions;
• ensure all piping engineering work complies with Talison standards, specifications and HSE requirements;
• execute detailed engineering with minimal rework to reduce site-based construction changes;
• provide comprehensive engineering deliverables to support approval, construction, commissioning, operations and maintenance;
• incorporate consultant and contractor input into engineering deliverables;
• release engineering deliverables in line with procurement and construction schedules;
• manage technical interfaces between Operations, Suppliers, Contractors and Consultants;
• review and recommend changes to scope of work where required;
• prepare contract and procurement documentation to support contract award;
• provide engineering input into cost estimates and project schedules;
• apply ALARP principles and support designs with Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA) where required; and
• identify gaps in standards, specifications and information to support continuous improvement initiatives. 

About the candidate:

The successful candidate will be a highly experienced engineer with strong technical expertise in piping and fluid systems, ideally within mining or mineral processing environments. You are collaborative, detail-focused and capable of leading complex engineering activities while balancing safety, cost, schedule and operational requirements.

The Successful Candidate Will Have the Following Experience, Skills and Attributes:

•  minimum 10 years’ relevant engineering experience, preferably on brownfield projects;
• experience in mining or mineral processing environments;;
• strong capability in project planning, project management and contract management;
• experience preparing tenders, scopes of work, BOQs and ITPs;
• demonstrated financial capability including capital budgeting, forecasting and cost variance analysis;
• proven ability to lead and manage engineering teams;
• strong interpersonal, communication and technical writing skills;
• solid understanding of mine safety regulations and HSE management systems;
• high level of IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and project planning tools; and
• a proactive approach with strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence.

Some of the many benefits of working with Talison include:

• Flexible working environment;
• Income protection insurance;
• Life Insurance for company superannuation employees;
• 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.

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