Despatch Operator

At Covalent Lithium, we are genuinely passionate about creating a clean energy future and supporting our teams who enable this vision. Following the commissioning of our mine and concentrator at Mt Holland in 2024, we recently celebrated our first production of battery‑grade lithium hydroxide at our Kwinana Refinery. We are now a fully integrated mine‑to‑refinery operation, supplying high‑quality lithium hydroxide to global markets and enabling approximately 1 million electric vehicles to go on the road, every year for the next 50 years. We are proud to foster a culture where people with different skills, experiences and backgrounds are welcomed and set up for success. We support, empower and reward our people with a range of benefits: Competitive remuneration, and annual incentives for eligible employees Access to discounts, recognition and rewards Access to flexible work arrangements Dedicated wellbeing program support and discounted health insurance Equal access to paid parental leave, financial support, return to work and parenting room Salary sacrifice options for superannuation and novated leasing Discounted FIFO parking with Perth Airport The Role This position will join the Despatch team and complete daily operational activities at the Kwinana Refinery. The role is essential in delivering superior production outcomes through collaboration with the Process Operations teams. You will handle incoming feedstock and outgoing commodities, including Lithium Hydroxide (LiOH), Sodium Sulphate (SSA) and other intermediate products for customer or vehicle loads. Pack and load sea containers on site to ensure product is despatched safely and efficiently. This is a permanent full‑time, day‑shift operational role on a 6:6 roster at our Kwinana Refinery, responsible for completing the loading and despatch of refinery products and front‑end feed operations. Key Responsibilities Provide a safe work environment, implement and deliver compliance with SHE&C plans, management systems and processes within the Refinery. Champion the Permit to Work (PTW) system within the despatch area of operations, coordinate with the process operations shift team for all PTW requirements. Identify hazards, report and rectify them. Comply with all health and safety, environmental and regulatory policies of the operating plant and ensure a safe working environment. Operate and monitor control system to ensure production targets are met safely. Contribute to building team capability via coaching and personnel development. Obtain appropriate licences and/or RPL (Forklift, Reach Stacker, Front End Loader). Develop operating methods and procedures in collaboration with the process operation teams related to despatch, production and operational tasks. Assist with planned and emergency maintenance in coordination with the maintenance team and supervisors. Resolve short‑to‑medium term production issues associated with despatch operations (e.g., bagging, raw material and product movements, storage and despatch). Identify and implement continuous improvement projects. Review and improve standards and safe operating procedures for all processing production/operational tasks, focusing mainly on despatch activities but could include any process operational activity. Role Requirements Certificate III in Process Plant Operations desired but not essential. Valid driver’s licence. First Aid certificate. High risk licence (desired). Front End Loader licence. Confined Space Entry licence. Working at Heights licence. Previous commissioning experience highly desirable. Despatch knowledge of refinery processing including bagging knowledge, weigh bridge activities and high‑risk vehicle use around loading heavy vehicles or shipping containers desirable. Operating SCADA and DCS control systems desired but not essential. A competitive remuneration package commensurate with the role, candidate experience, skills and qualifications will be offered. Our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Candidates from all backgrounds and ages are encouraged to apply, including First Nations People, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities and those with neurodiverse, intersectional, or multiple diverse characteristics. Covalent Lithium is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on our employees. We recognise skills, expertise, commitment and living our values of Purpose, Care, Accountability and Collaboration. Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward, and retain the best people in the industry. By applying for this position, you agree to the collection, use and disclosure of your Personal Information in accordance with Covalent Lithium’s Privacy Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr