Production Shift Supervisor

Talison Lithium; Greenbushes; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family and lifestyle friendly roster

Income protection insurance

Life Insurance for company superannuat

Paid parental leave policy

Salary sacrifice options for remote-?4

Site incentive scheme

Job summary

Talison Lithium’s Greenbushes Lithium Operation is seeking a Shift Supervisor to lead the Processing Plant team on a rotating schedule, delivering production targets while upholding safety and environmental standards. You will manage labour, coordinate training across shifts, and enforce Permit to Work and Isolation procedures, with site-specific safety management systems.

Experience in mineral processing or mining, strong leadership, and a valid WA Section 26 qualification or ability to obtain

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team within mineral processing, mining or heavy industry.
• Strong understanding of Permit to Work systems and Isolation procedures in an industrial environment.
• Proactive, collaborative approach with commitment to health, safety and environmental performance.
• C Class Driver’s Licence is mandatory.
• Section 26 qualification under WA WHS Act or ability to obtain before start.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Processing team to meet production targets and optimise plant performance.
• Supervise labour, crew allocation and training across shifts.
• Maintain a safe culture and ensure site safety systems are followed.
• Conduct inspections, audits and incident investigations as required.
• Coordinate with maintenance and technical teams for shutdowns, isolations and start-ups.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety leadership

Communication

Education

Section 26 (S26) qualification under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA)

Tools

Permit to Work systems

Isolation procedures

Job description

Greenbushes Lithium Operation

Permanent, full-time position,

About The Role

An opportunity exists to join the Processing Plant team as a Shift Supervisor within a leading Australian lithium operation.

The successful applicant will apply strong leadership and teamwork skills, supported by on-the-job training and guidance from an experienced team.

The Primary Responsibilities Of a Shift Supervisor Include

• building and maintaining an inclusive culture that prioritises workplace safety and operational discipline;
• leading the Processing team to meet production targets, optimise plant performance, minimise costs, and drive continuous process improvements;
• supervising and coordinating labour, crew allocation, and training requirements across shift operations; and
• completing workplace inspections, audits, and incident investigations in line with site safety systems.

Additional Lithium Operations Responsibilities

• ensuring strict compliance with Permit to Work systems, including issuing, reviewing, and closing permits for high-risk activities (confined space entry, hot work, working at heights, and electrical work);
• enforcing and verifying Isolation and Lockout/Tagout procedures to ensure plant and equipment are safely isolated prior to maintenance or intervention;
• coordinating with maintenance and technical teams to manage planned shutdowns, equipment isolations, and plant start-ups;
• maintaining compliance with Western Australian mining regulations and site-specific safety management systems;
• monitoring plant conditions and responding to process upsets associated with crushing, grinding, flotation, and lithium concentrate handling circuits;
• promoting environmental compliance, including tailings management, dust suppression, and reagent handling practices typical of lithium processing plants; and
• supporting continuous improvement initiatives aligned with modern lithium production demands and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) standards.

About The Candidate

• experience leading a team within mineral processing, mining, or heavy industry (lithium or hard-rock processing experience highly regarded);
• a strong understanding of Permit to Work systems and Isolation procedures in an industrial or mining environment;
• the ability to foster a positive, accountable team culture aligned with company values;
• a proactive, collaborative approach with a demonstrated commitment to health, safety, and environmental performance;
• sound decision-making skills in a continuous processing or shift-based environment;
• strong communication and coordination skills across operations, maintenance, and technical teams; and
• a C Class Driver’s Licence (mandatory).

Mandatory Requirements

Hold a current Section 26 (S26) qualification under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA) (or ability to obtain prior to commencement).

Benefits Of Working With Talison

• a family and lifestyle friendly roster;
• attractive salary, commensurate with skills and experience;
• income protection insurance;
• life Insurance for company superannuation employees;
• paid parental leave policy;
• salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation;
• participation in site incentive scheme; and

Supporting a diverse workforce

Talison strongly encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds and experience to apply. 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 are committed to providing a work environment that strives for inclusivity and where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.