Geotechnical Engineering - Vacation Student (FIFO, Summer 2026/27)

Westgold Group; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health insurance discount

Wellbeing allowance

EAP – confidential counselling

Job summary

Westgold Resources is seeking enthusiastic Vacation Students in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering for Summer 2026/2027. Gain hands-on industry experience with Western Australia's leading gold producer and work across sites on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth, December 2026 to February 2027.

You'll learn from experienced professionals, apply academic knowledge in a mining environment, and develop practical skills for a future career in resources. Strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Currently studying Geotechnical or Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety and core values

Responsibilities

• Working on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth during the summer period (December 2026 to February 2027)
• Gaining hands-on experience within your chosen discipline
• Working alongside experienced industry professionals and technical experts
• Contributing to operational and project-based activities across our sites
• Applying your academic knowledge in a practical mining environment
• Developing valuable workplace skills and industry experience

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Geotechnical or Civil Engineering student

Job description

Westgold Resources is seeking enthusiastic Vacation Students in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering for Summer 2026/2027. Gain hands-on industry experience with Western Australia's leading gold producer and work across sites on an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth, December 2026 to February 2027.

You'll learn from experienced professionals, apply academic knowledge in a mining environment, and develop practical skills for a future career in resources. Strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential.