Process Technician

Gold Industry Group; Leinster; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellevue Gold Limited is seeking a Process Technician to operate the processing plant and equipment in a safe, environmentally responsible manner on site in Western Australia. The role is permanent full-time and follows an 8 days on / 6 days off roster, followed by 7 nights on / 7 days off, on a fly-in fly-out arrangement.

Key duties include operating grinding, leach, adsorption, crushing and tails storage facilities; logging daily parameters; and identifying maintenance needs or efficiency

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industry experience.
• WA C class driver's licence.
• Well-developed communication skills.
• Forklift/Loader/Crane licences preferred.
• Cert III in Metalliferous Processing desirable.
• Confined Space Entry and Gas Test Atmospheres desirable.
• Commissioning experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing plant equipment including grinding, leach, adsorption, crushing and tails facility.
• Perform daily logs, report defects and variances to processing parameters.
• Identify maintenance needs and assist with repairs.
• Operate IT loader, bobcat, forklift and power tools safely.
• Conduct hazard analyses and report incidents.
• Follow procedures and maintain high housekeeping standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

Certificate III in Metalliferous Processing

Tools

Forklift licence

Skid steer

Overhead gantry crane

Loader

IT equipment handling

Job description

Bellevue Gold Limited (ASX:BGL)is a high-grade gold mine in Western Australia. The Bellevue mine has a long year mine life forecast to produce ~150,000 Au ounces a year.

Underground mining has occurred since late 2020 to establish multiple mining fronts that de-risks production with exploration potential expected to grow the current high-grade resource.

The Bellevue Gold Mine is located approximately 30km north of Leinster township and sits in a major gold and nickel producing district. The Company has a highly skilled management team with a track record of exploration success and development of major gold mines.

Bellevue Gold has achieved its ambitious goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions for the Bellevue Gold Project. This milestone has been underpinned by a sector-leading renewable energy power station, designed to deliver approximately 70–80% renewable energy penetration and support Bellevue’s position as a low-carbon gold producer.

Bellevue Gold’s vision is to be a sustainable gold mining company that creates value for shareholders, benefits local communities, and fosters a thriving workplace. The company is committed to building a high-performance organization that delivers superior shareholder returns, positive ESG outcomes. We seek to foster an energetic and collaborative work culture that attracts and retains exceptional employees.

The Process Technician is responsible for operating the processing plant and equipment in a safe, environmentally responsible, productive and efficient manner.This role is permanent full time and is based on site on an 8 days on 6 days off followed by 7 nights on 7 days off, fly in fly out roster.

Your main duties and responsibilities will include:

• Practical operation of all processing plant equipment relating to: Grinding, Gravity, Leach, Adsorption, Crushing, Elution and the Tails Storage Facility as required.
• Ensure operational checks are completed and noted defects are actioned.
• Accurate reporting of daily logs and shift notes, recording variance to any metallurgical processing parameters.
• Identify and diagnose, where possible, items of the plant that require preventative maintenance or repair.
• Identify and act on ways of improving output or efficiency of the plant.
• Operate the IT loader, bobcat, forklift, and power tools in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform plant and equipment isolations as per the procedure.
• Development and use of Permit to Work documentation.
• Undertaking hazard analysis and ensuring all accidents and incidents are reported.
• Develop, implement and maintain adherence to appropriate procedures and processes.
• Maintain a good housekeeping standard.
• Other duties as request by your Supervisor / Manager.

Key Skills/Qualifications/Experience:

• Minimum 3 years industry experience
• Valid WA C class drivers license
• Well-developed communication skills
• Licence to operate forklift, skid steer, overhead gantry crane, loader, IT are preferred
• Cert III in Metalliferous Processing desirable
• Confined Space Entry and Gas Test Atmospheres desirable
• Commissioning experience desirable

BGL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and building an organisation which provides equal opportunities for all its employees with the objective of attracting, retaining, and developing a workforce that is representative of the wider community. Further to this, BGL regard engagement, communications, and consultation with the community in which we operate as a core principle to our business. We value our native title partners and acknowledge the land on which we operate has been occupied by others for thousands of years. We pride ourselves on our ongoing close relationship with our aboriginal partners. Through our community investment program with local communities and the wider corporate sponsorship programs, BellevueGold aim to leave a legacy of improved outcomes in the communities in which we operate.