Gold Room Operator

Westgold Personnel Pty Ltd; Shire Of Meekatharra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site allowance

Wellbeing allowance

STI bonus

Health insurance discount

EAP – confidential counselling

Job summary

Westgold Resources in Western Australia is seeking a Gold Room Operator to join the Bluebird Mill team and contribute to the safe, efficient recovery of gold.

You will operate across Crushing, Milling, CIL and Elution, monitor security in the Gold Room and use forklifts and SCADA systems.

This full-time role offers a 14 on/14 off roster, flexible options including FIFO/DIDO, camp facilities, and a broad range of benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proficient Microsoft Office skills.
• Minimum 2 years' Gold Room experience including operation of an Acacia Reactor.
• Desirable Certificate II in Mineral Processing.
• Desirable SCADA/Citect process control experience.
• Forklift Licence and related tickets.

Responsibilities

• Join the Bluebird Mill as a Gold Room Operator and support safe gold recovery.
• Ensure elution and gold recovery activities are completed in a timely manner.
• Operate equipment across Crushing, Milling, CIL and Elution circuits.
• Monitor and report any security issues in and around the Gold Room.
• Operate forklifts, EWPs and skid-steers safely and correctly.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and conduct routine Gold Room inspections.
• Maintain efficient and productive Gold Room processes.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Acacia Reactor experience

SCADA/Citect

Education

Certificate II in Mineral Processing

Tools

Acacia Reactor

SCADA/Citect

Job description

Westgold Resources is shaping the future of gold mining in Western Australia. We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team who shares our vision of building a sustainable and profitable major Australian gold business.

THE WESTGOLD OFFER

Full-time, permanent position based at our Bluebird Processing Plant near Meekatharra. Remuneration includes base salary + site allowance + wellbeing allowance + up to 15% STI bonus + Superannuation. Based at our Bluebird site on a family friendly roster to suit your lifestyle – 14 days on, 14 days off. Flexible employment options including FIFO, DIDO, and residential opportunities from Meekatharra & Cue – choose what works best for you! 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

• Join our Bluebird Mill as a Gold Room Operator and play a key role in the safe and efficient recovery of gold.
• Ensure elution and gold recovery activities are completed in a timely manner
• Operate equipment across the Crushing, Milling, CIL and Elution circuits
• Monitor and report any security issues in and around the Gold Room
• Operate forklifts, EWPs and skid-steers safely and correctly
• Maintain housekeeping standards and conduct routine Gold Room inspections
• Maintain efficient and productive Gold Room processes

WHAT DO I NEED

• Current WA Manual C Class Driver's Licence
• Minimum 2 years' Gold Room experience, including operation of an Acacia Reactor (essential)
• Certificate II in Mineral Processing (desirable)
• Experience with SCADA/Citect process control systems (desirable)
• Forklift Licence
• Confined Space Ticket (desirable)
• Gas Testing Ticket (desirable)
• Working at Heights Ticket (desirable)
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills

The Westgold Offer:

• A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer
• 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.

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].

At Westgold we offer more than a job, we offer you a career. Coming to work every day isn't just about getting the job done, it's about camaraderie, it's about feeling a sense of achievement and it's about fulfilling your role alongside your work mates. Our teams possess a wealth of knowledge and are willing to share their experiences. We welcome entry level candidates to our workforce in addition to highly experienced professionals looking to make their mark within a growing organisation. Diversity and inclusion for employees from all backgrounds is a high priority for us as we strive to be an ongoing employer of choice and are committed to upholding workplace equality. With the guidance of our Core Values, we believe in providing a safe and harmonious workplace that encourages thinking outside of the box and employee engagement that benefits both the business and the employee.

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