Supervisor Civil

Pilbara Minerals; Marble Bar; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym facilities

Employee recognition awards

KidsCo School Holiday Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Pilbara Minerals Limited is seeking a Civil Site Supervisor for our Pilbara operation. The role involves supervising tailings dam lifts, road works and other civil tasks on site, ensuring quality and safety on a 2/1 FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region.

The ideal candidate has five years in a similar supervisory civil role, an engineering qualification, and relevant health and safety certifications. WA C-class licence required; remote operation experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in a Civil Supervisory role, including tailings dam lifts and road works.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to motivate teams and coordinate contractors.
• Strong safety/environmental compliance and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise tailings dam lifts, road works and other civil construction activities to meet quality and project requirements.
• Coordinate civil contractors, site personnel and resources to deliver work safely, on time and within budget.
• Monitor progress and provide updates to Construction Superintendent and stakeholders.
• Champion safe work practices and enforce Life Saving Rules on site.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, environmental requirements and PLS policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Engineering qualification

Certificate IV in Frontline Management

Certificate IV in Health and Safety

Job description

The world is going electric, and PLS is at the forefront of the charge.

As a leading global lithium producer and owner and operator of the Pilgangoora Operation, the world’s largest independent hard-rock lithium mine, we’re helping power the clean energy transition. Following our acquisition of the Colina Project in Brazil, we’re building a global business with exciting opportunities for our people.

We’re not a big corporate, and we don’t want to be. At PLS you own your work, you’re backed by people who care about doing a good job, and there’s room to innovate and make things happen. Whether it’s taking on new projects, developing new skills or stepping into bigger roles, PLS is a place where careers move and where your potential has room to grow.

The future is lithium. Make it yours.

What PLS offers

• Access to newly refurbished facilities at Pilgangoora, including gym, tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts, sports oval and scenic walking tracks
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Access to PLS’ KidsCo School Holiday Program
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Company Chaplains

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Construction Superintendent, this role will be responsible for managing the construction of

tailings dam lifts, road works and other civil duties on site, ensuring that all work is completed to the

highest standards and in compliance with safety regulations.

This is a casual role which operates on a 2/1 FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise tailings dam lifts, road works and other civil construction activities, ensuring work meets quality standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate civil contractors, site personnel and resources to deliver work safely, on time and within budget.
• Monitor progress, resolve construction issues and provide regular updates to the Construction Superintendent and key stakeholders.
• Champion safe work practices, uphold the Life Saving Rules and intervene or stop work where required.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, environmental requirements and PLS quality, safety and environmental policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with other site supervisors and project teams to coordinate activities, control costs and minimise environmental impacts.

About you

• At least five years’ experience in a similar civil supervisory role, including the construction of tailings dam lifts and road works.
• An engineering qualification, Certificate IV in Frontline Management and Certificate IV in Health and Safety.
• Experience and relevant qualifications in operating large earthmoving plant and equipment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate teams and build effective relationships with contractors, clients and other stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure, supported by a proactive approach to safety and environmental compliance.
• A current WA C-class driver’s licence and the ability to work at a remote operation on a 2:1 FIFO roster.

Supporting an Inclusive and diverse workforce

PLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a workplace that values, respects and supports diversity and inclusion. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our business and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our communities and the future we’re building. We foster an environment where everyone feels safe, included and able to contribute their best. Our recruitment processes are designed to be fair, equitable and accessible for all.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, all ages, and people of all genders and sexual orientations (LGBTQIA ).

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to support all applicants and employees. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application process or inform our Careers team if you are contacted for an interview.

Our recruitment process

As part of our recruitment process, a number of checks will be conducted, including police / criminal background checks, medical assessments, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence, right to work checks and reference checks.

We respectfully request agencies not to submit unsolicited resumes.