Senior Project Metallurgist

• Lead metallurgical study delivery across all project phases, from scoping through to feasibility and detailed engineering
• Develop and optimise process flowsheets, test work programs, and process design criteria
• Manage and coordinate metallurgical test work programs across internal teams and external laboratories
• Analyse test work data to identify process improvements, cost efficiencies, and performance enhancements
• Act as the key technical interface with external engineering houses, ensuring deliverables meet quality, schedule, and budget requirements
• Collaborate with site and project teams to ensure study outputs are practical, operationally aligned, and fit-for-purpose
• Prepare and present technical reports, study documentation, and outcomes to stakeholders
• Provide input into process design reviews, HAZOP studies, and risk assessments
• Support development of metallurgical standards, frameworks, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Degree qualified in Metallurgical, Chemical or related engineering discipline
• Demonstrated experience in mineral processing studies and plant design, ideally across multiple project phases
• Strong experience managing metallurgical test work programs and interpreting data to inform process design
• Proven ability to work with external engineering consultants and manage technical deliverables
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and technical communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional project teams and influence stakeholders
• Solid understanding of safety and environmental requirements within mineral processing

Exposure to lithium or hard rock processing projects will be highly regarded

• Annual short-term incentive bonus recognising individual and business performance
• PLS employee share scheme
• 18 weeks parental leave for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
• Flexible working arrangements, including work from home options
• Health and wellbeing allowance
• Novated leasing through salary sacrifice
• Paid community leave
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Company Chaplains
• Monthly employee recognition awards
• Access to PLS’ KidsCo School Holiday Program