IST Portfolio Lead Business Analyst

IST Portfolio Lead/ Business Analyst – Perth Based 

Greenbushes Lithium Operation 

About the Role: 

We are excited to announce that we are inviting applications for a new position in our Information Systems and Technology (IST) team – a Portfolio Lead / Business Analyst. Reporting to the IST Planning Manager, the successful candidate will be working to define, scope, and assist in the delivery of outcomes to provide value to the business and support our rapid growth. Our IST remit includes selection, implementation and support of business information systems, production critical systems and supporting infrastructure. This includes process control systems (PCS), mining systems, data management, analytics and reporting, technology standards and governance, communications/networking, and cybersecurity. 

IST works closely with business stakeholders to continuously improve how technologies support business activities, as well as control and strengthen decision making associated with mining operations, maintenance, and support services. The strategy is to develop clear outcomes based on close consultation with stakeholders and an excellent understanding of the business needs and, technology capabilities and limitations. 

This is a role within our Perth office, full time at standard office hours (averaging 37.5 hours per week). Some travel to our Greenbushes Site Operations will be required and accommodation is provided where needed.  

Responsibilities include: 

• Engage with business partners and stakeholders to facilitate the capture and documentation of business requirements 

• Analyse business problems and translate conceptual user requirements into clear, detailed functional requirements 

• Help resolve competing priorities between stakeholder groups by facilitating discussions and escalating issues where appropriate 

• Understand strategic business needs and plans for growth 

• Identify areas where technology may improve business processes 

• Document current state processes to understand inefficiencies or gaps and map to future state processes 

• Create business process models, functional and non-functional requirements documentation, and project documentation to support system implementation 

• Provide advice and input into portfolio project prioritisation and roadmap activities, and guidance to project delivery teams during the project lifecycle 

• Assisting the Portfolio Manager as and when required 

About the Candidate: 
The following qualification/s, skills and experience are considered desirable for this position: 

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Systems, or related discipline 

• Five (5) years in business analysis or related position, preferably in the mining industry 

• Experience with engaging business partners and stakeholders from non-technical and technical backgrounds to facilitate, document and prioritise requirements 

• Ability to determine the explicit and implicit needs and requirements of various stakeholders and apply operational and customer-centric approach to decision making 

• Confidence in stakeholder management with the ability to adapt communication style to suite different situations, while articulating ideas, new concepts, thoughts, and information effectively 

• Strong problem resolution, negotiation and influencing skills 

• Ability to quickly learn the objectives, structures, operations, and policies of a new business area 

• Experience creating documentation such as business cases or business requirements summaries 

• Adaptability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team, and learn new skills 

Some of the many benefits of working with Talison include: 

• Flexible working environment 

• Income protection insurance for company superannuation employees 

• Life Insurance for company superannuation employees 

• Attractive, gender-equitable and flexible parental leave policy 

• Salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation 

• Participation in bonus incentive scheme 

About Talison Lithium: 

Talison 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 strongly encourages applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of work experience. Talison takes pride in its unique location and the excellent work/life balance offering that our employees enjoy. Talison 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. 

This role is within Talison Lithium’s head office, located in the Perth CBD.