Maintenance Mechanical Supervisor

 Maintenance Mechanical Supervisor

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 Maintenance Coordinator, the successful candidate will lead the maintenance team to repair and maintain all company owned equipment in the processing plants at Greenbushes Operations. This position ensures compliance with statutory regulations while delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality maintenance outcomes. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to minimising downtime through effective planning and execution of shutdown activities.

Responsibilities include:

• lead and supervise the maintenance team, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and site safety standards;
• coordinate daily communications, pre-start meetings, and safety checks (Take 5, JSA, Safe Work Instructions) to maintain a safe work environment;
• oversee workshop operations, statutory inspections, and housekeeping, acting as the appointed statutory supervisor for fixed plant mechanical workshops;
• manage work planning, scheduling, and resource allocation, including contractor engagement and SAP time confirmations;
• provide coaching and mentoring to team members and apprentices, ensuring training and development needs are met;
• monitor maintenance activities, budgets, and KPIs, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency and cost-effectiveness; and
• ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, and participate in incident reporting and investigations.

About the Candidate:

• minimum 5 years post-trade experience and at least 2 years in a supervisory role;
• certificate IV in Leadership and Management or Maintenance Management and Schedule 26 (desirable);
• strong leadership, communication, and time management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team;
• proven experience in maintenance planning, fault diagnosis, and reliability-focused maintenance;
• high level of computer literacy and familiarity with maintenance management systems (e.g., SAP);
• ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and drive continuous improvement; and
• sound knowledge of safety management systems and compliance requirements.

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