Reliability Specialist

Reliability Specialist

Greenbushes Lithium Operation

Full Time Position

Powering Progress: Work with us in a world-class lithium asset for a sustainable tomorrow

At the heart of the global energy transition, our company stands as a world-class asset in the lithium industry—driving innovation, sustainability, and economic growth. With a commitment to excellence and responsible resource development, we play a pivotal role in enabling the technologies that power electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and a cleaner, greener future. Our operations in Greenbushes, Western Australia, are not only a cornerstone of the global lithium supply chain but also a testament to our dedication to environmental stewardship, community engagement, and long-term value creation.

About the Role:

The Reliability Specialist is responsible for delivering condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, and asset health programs to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of critical plant equipment. The role focuses on identifying early signs of equipment deterioration through advanced monitoring techniques — including thermography, vibration analysis, oil analysis, ultrasound, and other diagnostic technologies — to enable proactive intervention before failures occur.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• • provide day-to-day technical support to maintenance supervisors and trades during breakdowns and repairs;
  • conduct regular condition monitoring activities including thermography, vibration analysis, oil sampling, and ultrasound inspections across critical plant assets;
  • establish and maintain condition monitoring routes, ensuring timely collection of asset health data.
  • identify early signs of equipment wear, deterioration, or abnormal behaviour, escalating findings based on risk and criticality;
  • utilise asset monitoring tools and software (e.g., Emerson, SKF, Pruftechnik, Citect) to collect and interpret asset data;
  • maintain the site’s asset health strategy in alignment with the reliability and maintenance framework;
  • maintain accurate records to ensure auditability and compliance with company asset integrity standards;
  • provide guidance and coaching to trades, supervisors, and engineers on condition monitoring practices;
  • promote asset health awareness across site, supporting a proactive reliability culture; and
  • share technical knowledge on thermography, vibration, and predictive maintenance methods

About the Candidate

• • Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline; OR
  • Trade qualifications (Fitter, Mechanical Technician, or similar) with significant condition monitoring experience;
  • Category II Vibration Analysis Certification (ISO 18436.2);
  • proficiency in thermography, vibration analysis, oil analysis, ultrasound, and other predictive maintenance techniques;
  • strong fault-finding and diagnostic ability to interpret asset health data and detect early signs of equipment deterioration;
  • competency in developing and executing condition monitoring routes and schedules;
  • skilled in using asset health monitoring software and data acquisition systems (e.g., Emerson, SKF, Pruftechnik);
  • ability to apply reliability engineering concepts such as MTBF/MTTR analysis, FMEA/FMECA, and RCM;
  • advanced data analysis skills to translate monitoring results into actionable insights;
  • ability to conduct root cause analysis (RCA/ICAM) and recommend corrective actions;
  • strong decision-making skills to prioritise findings and escalate critical asset risks;
  • solid understanding of WHS (Mines) Regulations 2022 and ability to integrate safety into asset health programs; and
  • thermography Certification (ASNT/ISO Category I or II).

Benefits

• • 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.

Accommodation options available for the successful candidate