Principal Long Term Planning

Principal – Long Term Planning

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 Mine Manager, the Principal Long Term Planner is responsible for developing and managing mine plans that span from two years through Life of Mine, ensuring alignment with operational goals and strategic objectives. Your expertise will drive safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible mining practices, balancing resource optimisation with sustainability. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will provide technical leadership and deliver plans that support long-term productivity and value creation.

Responsibilities include:

• develop pit and waste dump designs incorporating environmental and geotechnical considerations;
• prepare quarterly medium-term plans (two-year horizon), annual five-year plans, and the Life of Mine plan;
• complete annual Ore Reserve Estimation including preparing the reserve model;
• monitor compliance with plans and provide technical input to short-term planning teams;
• interface with shareholder technical representatives to ensure accurate and consistent planning information;
• liaise with internal teams, shareholder representatives, and external consultants (geotechnical, engineering, environmental) as required; and
• support capital projects, budgeting processes, and regulatory reporting.

About the Candidate:

• tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering; 
• Quarry Manager’s Certificate desirable;
• AusIMM accreditation as a Competent Person under JORC preferred;
• 10+ years’ experience in open-pit mine planning within a mid-sized operation;
• strong capability in mine design, including open-pit, tailings storage, and water dam planning;
• solid understanding of geotechnical principles, geological modelling, and Ore Reserve estimation;
• proficiency in CAD-based mine design software and Microsoft Office Suite;
• ability to conduct financial analysis and prepare project cost models;
• excellent technical reporting, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• demonstrated leadership and team management experience; and
• knowledge of mine safety regulations and environmental management systems.

Some of the many benefits of working with Talison include:

• some of the many benefits of working with Talison Lithium include:
• flexible working environment;
• income protection insurance;
• life Insurance for company superannuation employees;
• attractive 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 Lithium Careers portal. This portal is accessible via all Talison Lithium Advertisements on Seek / LinkedIn.

We look forward to receiving your application for this vacancy.