AUSTMINE: PLS (formerly Pilbara Minerals) Smart Mining Networking Event

Join Austmine on Wednesday 16 July for our exciting Smart Mining Networking Event in Perth.

We are delighted to invite you to an exclusive evening of networking and industry insights featuring Brett McFadgen, Executive General Manager Operations, PLS (formerly Pilbara Minerals). 

PLS is an ASX listed leading global producer of lithium materials, with a diversified portfolio of assets and strategic partnerships in the rapidly growing battery materials sector. They own and operate the world’s largest, independent hard rock lithium operation, the Pilgangoora Operation in Australia, as well as the Colina Project in Brazil. 

This event is a perfect opportunity for industry professionals to connect and build new relationships, while also gaining valuable insights from one of the industry’s leading experts.

SPEAKER

Brett McFadgen

Executive General Manager Operations, PLS (formerly Pilbara Minerals)

Brett McFadgen is a skilled metallurgist and mining operations leader with extensive experience across multiple commodities including gold, nickel, copper and lithium. Brett is well placed to draw upon his technical knowledge and industry experience to drive strategic and operational success at Pilgangoora. He was formerly the Global Head of Health and Safety for Newcrest where he lead risk, hygiene and safety culture development.

He joined Pilbara Minerals in 2023 as General Manager Operations and was appointed as Executive General Manager in 2024. He has oversight of the mine and processing plants including performance, maintenance, safety and quality.

Prior to joining PLS, Brett held roles with Newcrest Mining, Mineral Resources OMG Cawse Nickel Operations as well as being part of the Newmont and Barrick Joint Venture at KCGM.

Tim Walton

Acting Director of Research Strategy, MRIWA

Tim is a Research Portfolio Manager leading the Mining Equipment, Technology, Services (METS) initiative and MRIWA’s IP area.

Previously he has worked in a diverse range of areas including university research strategy and partnerships, defence, conservation education, natural resources management, minerals policy and regulation, heavy industry and port logistics.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Edith Cowan University, an MBA from Curtin University and is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

DETAILS

Date: Wednesday 16.07.25
Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: The Melbourne Hotel 33 Milligan Street Perth, 6000 

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