Open-Pit Mining Technician: Safe, Precise Ore Control

Westgold Resources Limited; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance based bonus

Group salary continuous insurance

Health insurance discount

Family and Medical leave policies

Referral Bonus

Long service leave (5 years pro rata)

Salary sacrifice options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Westgold Resources is seeking a safety-focused Pit Technician to join our open-pit mining team on a fly-in fly-out roster from Perth.

In this role you will support grade control drilling, coordinate with geologists and surveyors, monitor ore extraction, and help maintain pit compliance and safety standards in a dynamic outdoor environment.

This permanent full-time position offers a family-friendly 8 days on, 6 days off roster and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in open-pit mining or a similar operational field (preferred).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive, safety-driven mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced outdoor environment.
• An understanding of mining processes and pit compliance (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Support grade control drilling activities, helping ensure precise and effective mining operations.
• Collaborate with geologists and surveyors to complete accurate ore mark-ups and clearly define dig boundaries.
• Monitor ore mining processes to minimise ore loss and dilution, ensuring high-quality extraction.
• Oversee open-pit activities, such as dozing, grading, and dewatering, while maintaining strong safety and efficiency standards.
• Assist with blast movement tracking to support optimal material movement and pit performance.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Outdoor work

Mining processes understanding

Job description

Westgold Resources is seeking a safety-focused Pit Technician to join our open-pit mining team on a fly-in fly-out roster from Perth.

In this role you will support grade control drilling, coordinate with geologists and surveyors, monitor ore extraction, and help maintain pit compliance and safety standards in a dynamic outdoor environment.

This permanent full-time position offers a family-friendly 8 days on, 6 days off roster and a comprehensive benefits package.