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Reporting to the Geology Suberintendent the Senior Pit Technician is responsible for ensuring the Pit Technicians on their crew enforce best practice excavation of the ore and following of dig plans and assist with grade control practices and ore mark outs. 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.
Job Responsibility:
Supervise and support Pit Technicians on shift, including work allocation and handovers
Coach teams in best practice ore spotting and grade control to maximise recovery and minimise dilution
Support Mine Geologists with grade control programs, ore mark‑outs and in‑pit activities
Direct excavator and haul truck operators to ensure correct material movement
Deliver on‑the‑job training for Pit Technicians and excavator operators, including permit compliance
Undertake sampling activities (grade control, blast hole, XRF and SG) with accurate recording
Maintain geological data, sample records and assist with assay and data entry tasks
Monitor safety, clean ore compliance, inspections and key operational KPIs
Manage geology equipment, consumables and housekeeping standards
Promote a strong safety culture and demonstrate PLS values through everyday actions
Requirements:
Demonstrated experience as a Pit Technician, ideally in a senior or lead capacity within an open‑pit mining environment
Strong understanding of grade control, ore spotting and clean ore practices
Confident working closely with geologists, operators and mining teams to achieve production outcomes
Proven ability to coach, train and support others in a safety‑focused, collaborative way
High attention to detail with accurate sampling, data recording and reporting skills
Strong commitment to safety, compliance and environmental responsibility
Comfortable working FIFO and in physically demanding, outdoor operating conditions
Proficient in basic computer systems and geological data entry (Microsoft Office)
Current WA Driver’s Licence and right to work in Australia
What we offer:
Annual or 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