Dewatering Technician

Westgold; Higginsville; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + site allowance + well­be

Up to 15% STI bonus

Superannuation

Job summary

Westgold is seeking a hands-on Maintenance/Field Operator at our Higginsville operation near Norseman. You’ll support Processing and Maintenance teams, service gensets, pumps, fuel systems, and pipelines, while ensuring safe, efficient plant operation.

You will hold a C Class WA driver’s licence, have experience in a gold processing environment, and possess poly welding and various tickets. This role offers a permanent full-time roster with FIFO/DIDO options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current C Class Manual Western Australian driver’s licence.
• Experience in a gold or similar processing plant.
• Poly welding ticket.
• Telehandler, IT Loader, CN and LF tickets desirable.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate and troubleshoot equipment.
• Familiarity with safe handling of fuel delivery and monitoring equipment.
• Experience with pipelines, pumps & water transfer systems.
• Basic understanding of welding techniques for poly pipe.
• Experience with Pronto CMMS (desirable).
• Physically fit with ability to perform manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Processing and Maintenance teams in daily operational activities.
• Maintain and service remote field service equipment: gensets, pumping systems, lighting towers, compressors.
• Remote field fuel management – refuel, record fuel consumption, inspections.
• Clean operational areas around the plant using mobile equipment (IT loaders, bobcat, forklift).
• Monitor and record critical water management and pipeline inspections.
• Poly pipe welding repairs and modifications as required.
• Participate in maintenance planning activities.
• Maintain detailed maintenance history in Pronto.
• Liaise with Contractors and Stakeholders as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Education

C Class Manual WA driver’s licence

Tools

Poly welding ticket

Telehandler ticket

IT loader ticket

CN ticket

LF ticket

Job description

THE WESTGOLD OFFER

• Full-time, permanent positions based at our Higginsville Operation in Norseman.
• Remuneration includes base salary + site allowance + wellbeing allowance + up to 15% STI bonus + Superannuation .
• A family friendly roster to suit your lifestyle – 8 days on, 6 days off, flying in and out on Tuesdays
• Flexible employment options including FIFO and DIDO
• Modern, well-equipped camp featuring ensuite rooms, sports court, and fully equipped gym to keep you comfortable and active while away from home
• A growing company that’s supports employee’s development

THE ROLE

• Assist the Processing and Maintenance teams in daily operational activities
• Maintain and service remote field service equipment: gensets, pumping systems, lighting towers, compressors.
• Remote field fuel management - refuel, record fuel consumption, inspections. Maintain sufficient fuel levels for uninterrupted operation.
• Clean operational areas around the plant utilising mobile equipment: IT loaders, bobcat, and forklift work
• Monitor and record critical water management and pipeline inspections
• Poly pipe welding repairs and modifications executed as required
• Participate in maintenance planning activities
• Maintain detailed maintenance history in Pronto
• Liaise with Contractors and Stakeholders as required

WHAT DO I NEED

• Current “C” Class Manual Western Australian driver’s licence
• Experience working within a gold or similar commodity processing plant
• Poly welding ticket
• Telehandler, IT loader, CN and LF tickets desirable
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate and troubleshoot equipment
• Familiarity with the safe handling of fuel delivery and monitoring equipment
• Experience in the installation and maintenance of pipelines, pumps & water transfer systems
• Basic understanding of welding techniques and standards, particularly fusion welding for poly pipe
• Experience with a Computerised Maintenance Management System such as Pronto (desired)
• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks
• Excellent communication skills

The Westgold Offer:

A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer

A range of benefits including:

• Performance based bonus
• Group salary continuous insurance
• A health and wellness allowance 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
• 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 Work 180 can be seen on the Work180 website.

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

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 and an Australian driver’s licence (or be able to obtain).

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.

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 [e-mail]

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.