Diamond Drilling Superintendent — Lead Safety & Efficiency

Westgold Personnel Pty Ltd; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Group salary

Continuous insurance

Health and wellness allowance

Health insurance discount

Family and Medical leave policies

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Westgold Resources is seeking an experienced Superintendent Diamond Drill to lead underground diamond drilling operations in Western Australia. You will drive safety culture, coach Supervisors, optimise performance and manage budgets for cost-efficient drilling programs supporting operations and exploration goals.

You will report to the Group Manager Drilling, oversee workforce capability, equipment utilisation and contractor management while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across all

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of underground diamond drilling practices, equipment and technologies.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in underground drilling environment.
• Strong commitment to workplace health, safety and environmental performance.
• Proven ability to manage operational budgets and drive cost efficiencies.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to lead change, solve complex problems and drive continuous improvement.
• Certificate IV in Drilling Operations.
• Senior First Aid qualification.
• Sound knowledge of the Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022.
• Current unrestricted Western Australian C Class Driver's Licence.
• National Police Clearance obtained within the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage diamond drilling operations to achieve safety, production and cost objectives.
• Drive a strong safety culture through visible leadership and compliance with mining and WHS legislation.
• Provide coaching, support and direction to Diamond Drill Supervisors and operational teams.
• Optimise drilling performance, equipment utilisation and maintenance planning to minimise downtime.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors and operational leaders.
• Identify operational risks and implement practical mitigation strategies.
• Drive process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, productivity and safety outcomes.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts and operational expenditure to meet or exceed financial targets.
• Review and approve purchase orders and invoices in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Ensure environmental and regulatory compliance across all drilling activities.
• Lead workforce planning, training and performance management within the drilling department.
• Ensure operational reporting is accurate, timely and supports effective decision making.

Skills

Underground diamond drilling

Leadership in drilling operations

HSE performance

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Change leadership

Drilling operations certification

First Aid certification

Regulatory compliance knowledge (WHS

Driver's license (WA C Class)

Education

Certificate IV in Drilling Operations

Senior First Aid qualification

Job description

Westgold Resources is seeking an experienced Superintendent Diamond Drill to lead underground diamond drilling operations in Western Australia. You will drive safety culture, coach Supervisors, optimise performance and manage budgets for cost-efficient drilling programs supporting operations and exploration goals.

You will report to the Group Manager Drilling, oversee workforce capability, equipment utilisation and contractor management while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across all