Technician Production

Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia; City Of Kwinana; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

Additional Superannuation

Award and recognition program

Long service leave after 5 years

Supportive colleagues

Inclusive and diverse environment

Job summary

Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia is hiring a Production / Packing Technician for the Kwinana plant on a 12-hour Sportsman’s roster. You will operate automated bagging, handling warehousing and dispatch, and contribute to safety and procedures across the packing process.

The role suits applicants with relevant experience in Brownfields operations and a proactive, safety-first mindset, joining a world-class project that supports the Western Australian community and beyond.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with barcode scanning equipment.
• Team-oriented and safety-conscious worker.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated bagging plants and manage warehousing tasks.
• Dispatch final product and ensure timely logistics movements.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and safety.

Skills

Adaptability

Barcode scanning

Team collaboration

Tools

Forklift license

Reach stacker license

Job description

We are a joint venture between Tianqi Lithium Corporation and IGO Ltd. As pioneers in the Australian lithium industry, we've already achieved great things, including building the first battery-grade lithium hydroxide plant in Australia, paving the way for Australia to be a major player in the global transition to a clean energy future.

We’re looking for people who want to be a part of the industry of the future - people who work with purpose and urgency, take initiative, and rise to challenges. We're seeking individuals who empower others, embrace innovation, and want to work in an open and supportive environment, where teamwork and collaboration are valued.

At TLEA, you’ll be part of a team that is excited to be involved in a world-class project that benefits not only the Western Australian community but the world.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Are you passionate about making a real impact?

TLEA is welcoming applications for a full time Production / Packing Technician to join our packaging team working a 12 hour Sportsman’s roster working at our Kwinana plant.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the operation of the automated bagging plants, warehousing and dispatch of final bagged product produced at the refinery on a twelve-hour shift roster. This role will also involve training, reviewing, developing safe works instruction and procedures for all activities involved within the automated bulk bag bagging plants, warehouse storage areas and logistics movements.

In addition to possessing our core values of distinction, pragmatism, honesty, tenacity and innovation, this position will suit those with previous relevant experience, ideally within Brownfields Operations and Environments.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Capable of developing the skills required for dealing with the challenges of operating automated packaging plants.
• Reads changing situations quickly and maintains composure whilst working and making decisions under pressure and during times of high workload.
• Competent in Materials handling, Warehouse storage and logistics functions, including operating a forklift.
• Good at establishing relationships with others and understands instructions.
• Goes about work in a well-planned and organized manner.
• Competent with the operation of mobile equipment.
• Ensure a high level of housekeeping is maintained.
• Committed and practical approach to safety and well-being of self & team members.
• Ability to engage and communicate clearly with other team members.
• Undertake regular inspections of all plant areas of responsibility. Eliminate and control hazards.
• Report any faults and breakdowns in a timely matter

WHAT YOU CAN BRING

• Mobile Equipment: High-risk Forklift licence (Required)
• Mobile Equipment: RS - Reach Stacker licence (Desirable)
• Adaptive to a fast-paced continuously changing environment
• Experience with using scanner/barcoding equipment
• Preferred exposure to manual or semi-automated bagging plants
• Exposure to the permit to work system. (Desirable)

WHAT WE OFFER

• Contribute to a green and sustainable industry of the future.
• Competitive salary with a performance-based discretionary bonus structure
• Additional Superannuation
• Award and recognition program
• Long service leave option after 5 years (pro rata)
• Supportive colleagues committed to your success and well-being
• Inclusive and diverse work environment

LOCATION

TLEA proudly acknowledges and the Whadjuk and Gnaala Karla Boodja people of the Noongar Nation, as the traditional custodians of the Kwinana area, where we operate our plant.

Kwinana is 38 km from the Perth central business district, 20 km from City of Fremantle and just 7km from Rockingham.

At Tianqi Lithium Energy Australia, we embrace and recognise the value of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We welcome and encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds.