Graduate Environmental Advisor

Westgold; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Australian gold mining company in Perth seeks a Graduate Environmental Advisor. This role offers a structured 2-year program focused on developing skills and contributing to Environmental Management Systems. Candidates should have a tertiary qualification in an environmental discipline and strong communication skills. A permanent full-time position with various benefits awaits successful applicants.

Benefits

Performance based bonus

Health and wellness allowance

Health insurance discount

Referral bonus

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Possess a current and valid manual driver’s licence.
• Possess a National Police Clearance valid within the last 12 months.
• Ability to pass Westgold’s pre‑employment process.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of Environmental Management Systems.
• Engage in a 2-year program for well-rounded experience.

Skills

Strong computer literacy skills

Excellent communication skills

Practical experience or vacation work

Education

Tertiary qualification in an environmental discipline

Job description

Overview

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 share our vision of building a sustainable and profitable major Australian gold business.

About the opportunity

We are seeking Graduate Environmental Advisors who are ready to start their career within our company. We provide both practical and office-based experience, with mentoring and guidance from experienced mining professionals. Our aim is to develop well‑rounded Environmental Advisors who can enjoy a successful career for years to come. You will have the opportunity to engage in a 2‑year program where the primary objective is contributing to and assisting in the development and continual improvement of the Environmental Management Systems.

We are looking for passionate and motivated individuals based in Perth to join us as Graduate Mining Engineers, with these positions offered on an attractive 8 days on, 6 days off FIFO roster.

What you need

• Tertiary qualification in an environmental discipline
• Practical experience or vacation work deemed advantageous
• Strong computer literacy skills
• Excellent communication skills with all levels of operation
• Possess a current and valid manual driver’s licence
• Possess a National Police Clearance valid within the last 12 months
• Ability to pass Westgold’s pre‑employment process

The Westgold Offer

• A permanent full‑time position at a successful gold producer
• A range of benefits including:
• Performance based bonus
• Site allowance (if applicable)
• Group salary continuous insurance
• A health and wellness allowance
• Health insurance discount
• Family and medical leave policies that include IVF, surrogacy and adoption
• Referral bonus
• 5 years’ pro rata long service leave
• Salary sacrifice options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free confidential counselling and wellbeing services including financial advice

Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by Work180 can be seen on the Work180 website.

Westgold is driven by our core values of Show Respect, Choose Safety and Deliver Value. We believe these values define our culture, behaviours and actions. If you believe you can bring the passion and drive to contribute to our operations and our values resonate with you, apply now.

Candidates must meet our pre‑employment criteria, including medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks and the ability 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 First Nations people, various cultures, age groups, neurodiverse backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, diverse abilities and religions. We value the unique perspectives each person brings and believe diverse teams lead to innovation and success. Our goal is 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 require additional support or accommodations to participate in our recruitment process for this or any role, please 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.