Drill & Blast Engineer

About PLS

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

Our collaborative, inclusive culture is a cornerstone of PLS. Humble, down-to-earth and genuinely invested in each other, we are one team united by a common purpose and driven to do great work together.

Being such a fast-moving company in clean energy transition means there is no shortage of challenge or opportunity. Whether it is 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.

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.

Positioned to be a major force for change, this is a great time to join us as we play a critical role in addressing the global energy crisis. If you want to be part of an organsiation that is all about great people shaping the next era of battery minerals, we would love to hear from you.

The future is lithium, make it yours.

 

What PLS offers

• Quarterly short-term incentive bonus recognising individual and business performance
• PLS employee share scheme
• Access to newly refurbished facilities at Pilgangoora, including gym, tennis, pickleball and volleyball courts, sports oval and scenic walking tracks
• 18 weeks parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Novated leasing through salary sacrifice
• Paid community leave
• 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 Senior Drill & Blast Engineer, this role will support with the planning, optimising, and monitoring of Drill and Blast (D&B) activities. This role is also accountable for the design of drill and blast patterns whilst ensuring compliance to the D&B management plan, environmental regulations and managing costs.

This is a permanent full-time role based at our Pilgangoora Operation in the Pilbara region, which operates on an 8:6 FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO in the Pilbara region.

 

Key responsibilities

• Support the planning, design and execution of drill and blast patterns in line with production plans, safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with monitoring, reconciliation and reporting of drilling and blasting performance, including compliance, costs, fragmentation and QA/QC outcomes.
• Work closely with Mining, Production and Technical Services teams to ensure drill and blast activities align with short-term mine plans and operational requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, trials and optimisation opportunities to improve blast performance, safety and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate data entry, validation and technical analysis across drill and blast systems and software.
• Promote a strong safety and environmental culture by complying with D&B management plans, site procedures and environmental obligations.

 

About you

• Degree qualified in Mining Engineering or a related discipline, with hands-on experience in drill and blast activities within an open pit mining environment.
• Practical experience supporting drill and blast design, monitoring and performance reconciliation, with a strong focus on safety, compliance and cost control.
• Proficient in mine design and drill and blast software (preferably Vulcan) with strong data management and technical analysis skills.
• Confident communicator who works effectively with Mining, Production and Technical Services teams to deliver operational outcomes.
• Detail-oriented, organised and motivated, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Committed to maintaining high standards in safety, environmental compliance and adherence to site procedures and D&B management plans.

 

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 to support all applicants. 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.

If you would like to learn more about PLS or register for future opportunities, please visit pls.com.