ABOUT US

Westgold Resources is an innovative and progressive West Australian gold producer located in the Murchison and Southern Goldfields regions of WA. We are looking for people with passion and drive who want to advance their careers. With new mines, new equipment and a new energy across our business, there's never been a better time to join Westgold.

Due to recent growth across the business, we are now looking to employ Experienced Underground Bogger Operators to join either our Big Bell or Starlight Mining Operations on a 2:1 roster on a permanent full-time basis.

THE WESTGOLD OFFER

• A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer
• Market competitive salary
• Superannuation paid on all hours
• 25 days annual leave and 10 days personal leave accrued and paid at 12 hour days
• Up to $13K in allowances per annum
• 2 bonuses per year that equate up to 15% of your combined salary plus super per annum
• FIFO, DIDO and Residential employment opportunities
• Thursday to Thursday – 7 nights, 7 days, 7 off roster
• Airstrip, camp and site all in close proximity
• A company that is growing and supports employee’s development and progression

A RANGE OF BENEFITS INCLUDING

• Performance based bonus
• Site Allowance
• A health and wellness allowance
• Group salary continuous insurance
• Health insurance discount
• A range of Family and Medical leave policies that includes IVF, surrogacy and adoption
• Referral Bonus – bring your mates along!
• 5 years' pro rata long service leave
• Salary sacrifice options – novated leases and others
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that include free confidential counselling, wellbeing services that includes financial advice.

Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by WORK180 can be seen on their website: https://work180.com/en-au/for-women/employer/westgold-resources-limited

THE ROLE

• Bog level and decline development headings
• Operate machines to achieve the required production levels.
• Tele-remote bogging
• Transferring materials to stope piles and loading trucks
• Communicate effectively with their colleagues, including mine supervisors, geologists and other machinery operators
• Be organised and undertake all assigned tasks by the Shift Supervisor
• Possess excellent housekeeping standards to ensure machinery is kept clean and tidy
• Be familiar and comply with all Company Procedures, Guidelines and Work Methods applicable to your role

WHAT DO I NEED

• Current C Class Western Australian driver’s licence
• National police clearance issued within 12 months or able to obtain, that is suitable for the gold industry
• Minimum of 3 years experience working as a Bogger Operator in an underground mining environment
• Knowledge and understanding of the Work Health and Safety Act & Regulations
• A can-do, team-oriented attitude
• Desire to maintain a proactive safe working environment
• Reasonable computer skills & literacy, particularly across the MS Office suite
• Solid problem-solving skills, with the ability to think on your feet and be adaptable
• Excellent communication skills
• A can-do, team-oriented attitude

Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria’s which includes medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks and be able to provide a valid Australian national police clearance (or be able to obtain).

Westgold is driven by our core values of Show Respect, Choose Safety and Deliver Value. We believe that these values define our culture, behaviours and actions. We appreciate that not everybody will tick every box for their next dream role, but if you believe that you can bring the passion and drive to contribute to our operations and our values resonate with you then apply now!

WESTGOLD IS COMMITTED TO CREATING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS:

We believe diversity is a strength and true diversity includes those from First Nations People, various cultures, age groups, neurodiverse backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, diverse abilities and religions. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each person brings and that diverse teams leads to innovation and success. Our goal is to have safe and respectful environments where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves and we strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, click on ‘Apply'. Applications will be assessed as they come in and candidates that meet our selection criteria will be contacted as soon as possible.

Westgold appreciates that standard recruitment processes are not accessible for everyone. If you believe you require additional support or accommodations, so you feel comfortable participating in our recruitment process for this or any of our roles, please feel free to email inclusion@westgold.com.au

Westgold reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. We will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.

Please be advised that any unsolicited CVs received from external agencies will not be accepted for this vacancy.