Master Data Specialist

PLS Group; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave - 18 weeks

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellbeing allowance

Annual incentive bonus

Employee share scheme

Novated leasing

Gym and facilities at Pilbara office

Community leave

Recognition awards

KidsCo program

Job summary

PLS invites applications for a Master Data Specialist to ensure accuracy, quality and governance of maintenance master data in our CMMS (Pronto). You will work with Fixed Plant, Non-Processing Infrastructure and Mobile Maintenance teams to support asset readiness and work management.

The role is based at our West Perth office, with flexible options including full time, casual, or fixed-term contracts depending on experience. A dynamic, safety-focused team environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Experience governing master data within an operational environment.
• Experience with CMMS or maintenance management systems (Pronto desirable).
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain and update maintenance master data within the CMMS per governance standards.
• Review and action approved master data change requests.
• Conduct data validation, auditing and quality improvement activities.
• Support projects and maintenance teams with master data solutions.
• Contribute to CMMS improvements, testing and system enhancements; collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Master data management

Data governance

Data validation

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

CMMS knowledge

Education

Experience with CMMS (Pronto desirable)

Tools

Pronto CMMS

Job description

PLS is delivering on its vision to be a leading global producer of lithium, a mineral critical to enabling the world’s transition to a more sustainably powered future.

As the owner and operator of the Pilgangoora Operation, the world’s largest independent hard-rock lithium mine, we are expanding fast, investing boldly, and building a global portfolio that positions us at the forefront of the energy transition.

Most recently, we acquired Latin Resources, adding the Colina Project in Brazil to our portfolio — strengthening our international footprint and creating new pathways for growth.

With more than 900 people employed globally, we’re building a future-focused business where talented people can create real impact. At PLS, our Values aren’t just words on a wall, they drive how we work, how we lead, and how we grow: Safety First. Great People. We Deliver. One Team. Shaping Tomorrow.

If you want to be part of an organisation that is ambitious, innovative and shaping the next era of battery minerals, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to join us.

WHAT PLS OFFERS

• 18 weeks parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
• Flexible working arrangements including an option to work 1 day from home
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises individual and business performance
• PLS employee share scheme
• Novated leasing through salary sacrifice
• Newly refurbished facilities at Pilgangoora including gym, tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts, sports oval, and scenic walking tracks
• Paid community leave
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Access to PLS’ KidsCo School Holiday Program

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Reporting to the Senior Master Data Specialist within the Asset Readiness team, this role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, quality and governance of maintenance master data within PLS's CMMS (Pronto). Working closely with stakeholders across Fixed Plant, Non-Processing Infrastructure and Mobile Maintenance, the role supports asset readiness, operational performance and effective work management through the delivery of accurate and reliable master data.

This role has the multiple options for employment type available – full time, casual or fixed term contract depending on the experience and availability of the successful candidate. The role is based at our beautiful West Perth office, near the City West train station.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create, maintain and update maintenance master data within the CMMS in accordance with defined standards and governance requirements
• Review and action approved master data change requests
• Conduct data validation, auditing and data quality improvement activities
• Support projects, asset readiness and operational teams through the delivery of master data solutions
• Contribute to CMMS improvements, testing and system enhancement activitiesWork closely with Maintenance, Reliability, Engineering, Operations and Supply Chain stakeholders

ABOUT YOU:

• Fixed Plant, Non-Processing Infrastructure or Mobile Maintenance Master Data experience highly regarded
• Experience working with CMMS or maintenance management systems (Pronto desirable)
• Experience developing, maintaining or governing master data within an operational environment
• Understanding of maintenance, planning, asset management or work management processes
• Exceptional attention to detail and data accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

SUPPORTING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE

PLS is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all.

We encourage female candidates andFirst Nations peoplesto apply.

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

As part of our recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.

We respectfully request agencies not to forward unsolicited resumes unless requested.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

PLS respectfully acknowledges the Nyamal andKariyarraPeople of the Pilbara, and the Whadjuk Noongar People of the Perth region who are the traditional owners and first people of these lands. We would like to pay respect to the Elders past,andpresentand emergingfor they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and hopes of the Nyamal,Kariyarraand Whadjuk Noongar Peoples.