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Careers

Work at Keliber lithium project, Finland

Join the Keliber lithium project in building a unique, international mining and battery chemical operation in the region of Central Ostrobothnia. 

In addition to competitive salary and good benefits, we offer excellent opportunities for professional development in an ambitious and exciting work community. For us, safety is always a priority, and as a Group, we give special attention to handling environmental matters sustainably. We understand the significance of balance between work and private life and support this with flexible working hours and the option for remote work when possible.  

At its peak, the construction phase of the lithium project has employed simultaneously more than 1,000 people (including own personnel). The workforce at steady state is currently estimated to be 360 people (including ~100 through the mining contractor).  We need experts in the fields of process, mechanical and electrical automation technology, as well as in geology, metallurgy and chemistry. Recruitment for positions in mining operations will take place mainly through contractors. 

Our local offices are located in Kaustinen and Kokkola, Finland. 

Visit our career portal to find vacancies and apply. 

For more information, please contact:
Asko Saastamoinen
Chief HR Officer
tel. +358 40 614 7477
asko.saastamoinen@sibanyestillwater.com.

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About lithium

Lithium (chemical symbol ‘Li’) is a soft, silvery-white alkali metal.

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Keliber Agreement

Entry into the battery metals sector secured through a partnership with and investment into a leading European lithium project.

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Innovation and technology

We invest in digitisation and innovative technologies to make the future of mining safer, more efficient and more sustainable.

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