Shift Supervisor

Talison Lithium

Join Talison Lithium as a Shift Supervisor at the Processing Plant, ensuring safety and operational discipline while leading the team. Oversee production targets and compliance with safety regulations.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeGreenbushes • 🇦🇺 AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

mineral processingPermit to Work systemsIsolation procedurescontinuous process improvementsplant performance optimizationworkplace inspectionsincident investigationsdust suppressiontailings managementlithium concentrate handling

Soft Skills

team leadershippositive team culturecollaborative approachdecision-makingcommunication skillscoordination skillscommitment to health and safetyaccountabilityproactive mindsetoperational discipline

Tools & Technologies

safety management systemsLockout/Tagout proceduresshift operations managementplant shutdown managementequipment isolationenvironmental compliance practicesESG standardsWestern Australian mining regulationshigh-risk activity managementlithium production demands

Certifications & Qualifications

C Class Driver’s LicenceSection 26 (S26) qualification

Industry Keywords

miningheavy industrylithium processingconfined space entryhot workworking at heightselectrical workcontinuous processingshift-based environmenthealth and safety compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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
completing workplace inspections, audits, and incident investigations in line with site safety systems
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
supporting continuous improvement initiatives aligned with modern lithium production demands and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
a C Class Driver’s Licence (mandatory)
Hold a current Section 26 (S26) qualification under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA) (or ability to obtain prior to commencement)

Benefits

Comp & perks

a family and lifestyle friendly roster
attractive salary, commensurate with skills and experience
opportunity to reside in a new camp or make your home in the South West
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