Senior Maintenance Engineer

Senior Maintenance Engineer

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 Senior Maintenance Engineer is responsible for overseeing daily maintenance operations, providing technical guidance, and driving improvements in Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) across all fixed plant equipment. This role ensures rapid fault resolution, efficient execution of maintenance tasks, and continuous support to frontline maintenance teams. It plays a key role in maintaining plant availability, reducing unplanned downtime, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• ensure compliance with all site safety systems, statutory requirements, and company standards;
• support engineering design reviews and contribute to project scopes;
• provide direct technical support during equipment breakdowns to reduce MTTR;
• lead root cause investigations into unplanned equipment failures;
• support development and review of work scopes and job plans for complex tasks;
• liaise with planners, supervisors, and trades to ensure timely and quality repairs;
• review and verify corrective maintenance activities and technical reports;
• coordinate contractor activities for critical equipment repairs;
• identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes to optimize plant availability; and
• ensure compliance with site safety policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.

About the Candidate

The incumbent should have the following skills and/or experience:

• bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent);
• current 'C' Class Driver’s Licence;
• initiative and drive for continuous improvement;
• collaboration and teamwork in multi-disciplinary environments;
• attention to detailed and strong documentation practices;
• ability to prioritise tasks in high-pressure operational environments;
• safety-focused with a strong understanding of risk management in maintenance activities;
•  results-driven mindset with the ability to prioritise tasks in a high-paced environment;
• high attention to detail and analytical problem-solving capabilities;
• team leadership and mentoring capability; and
•  adaptable and responsive to breakdown situations and operational changes.

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