Date: 6 Aug 2026
Location: Greenbushes, Australia
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Company: Talison Lithium Pty Ltd
Occupational Hygiene Technician
Greenbushes Lithium Operation
Full Time Position
Lithium plays a critical role in the transition to clean energy, and Talison Lithium is the world’s leading lithium minerals producer with the largest high-grade ore body in the world - join us and be a part of the transition.
About the Role
We are seeking an Occupational Hygiene Technician to support the monitoring, evaluation and management of workplace health risks, including physical, chemical, radiological and biological hazards. This role plays a key part in ensuring compliance with legislative and internal standards through a risk-based approach.
You will provide high-quality occupational hygiene services across operational areas, delivering practical advice, guidance and support to help maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
Responsibilities include:
Maintain, calibrate and operate field and laboratory instruments designed to measure noise, heat, light, ventilation, humidity and air contaminants in the general work environment;
Calibrate and organise servicing of all PPE fit testing equipment;
Execute daily monitoring activities to ensure compliance with the approved Health Monitoring Plan (HMP);
Contribute to the development and review of the site Health Risk Assessment (HRA), Health Management Plan (HMP), Noise Management Plan and Potable Water Quality Management Plan.
Data entry of monitoring results into Talison’s Hygiene Database and SRS a timely manner;
Ensure all personnel including contract partners are aware of occupational hygiene operational requirements and processes, assisting to achieve and exceed minimum compliance requirements; and
Work collaboratively with all personnel, inclusive of Talison management, to identify and evaluate occupational health issues and advise on controls and risk mitigation strategies.
About the Candidate:
High level of technical and practical skills in occupational hygiene instrumentation and sampling equipment;
Demonstrated practical application of legislation, standards & codes of practice relevant to occupational hygiene in accordance with the WHS Act 2020, WHS (Mining) Regulations 2022 and Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulations and Safety (DEMIRS); and
Demonstrated familiarity with DEMIRS Reporting System (SRS); and
Demonstrated experience in engagement & collaboration with all work groups.
Desirable Qualifications
Accredited Noise Officer (WA);
Certified Mine Air Quality Technician;
Certified Mine Air Quality Officer;
HPE and RPE Fit Testing Competency;
Cert IV in Occupational Hygiene (or willingness to attain); and
Internal Auditor (or willingness to attain).
Some of the many benefits of working with Talison include:
flexible working environment;
income protection insurance;
life Insurance for company superannuation employees;
competitive parental leave policy;
salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation; and
participation in site performance-based incentive scheme.
About Talison Lithium:
Talison Lithium supports many of the community projects, groups and sporting events our employees are involved in. Our future is within, and as part of, the community.
The Greenbushes Lithium Operation is located in a unique residential setting, near the town of Greenbushes atop the picturesque Darling Scarp. Being active in the broader community is integral to our core business values of safety, transparency and inclusiveness. We regularly carry out site tours for local school and community groups and promote education through Mine Open Days and community events.
Supporting a diverse workforce:
Talison Lithium strongly encourages applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of work experience. Talison Lithium takes pride in its unique location and the excellent work/life balance offering that our employees enjoy. Talison Lithium recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all genders, cultures and identities.
How to Apply:
Please apply for this vacancy by including your Resume and Cover Letter with your application, on our Talison Careers portal.
This portal is accessible via all Talison Advertisements on Seek / LinkedIn.
We look forward to receiving your application for this vacancy.
