Trades Assistant

Westgold Resources Limited; Kambalda West; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Health insurance discount

Wellbeing allowance

Salary sacrifice options

IVF, surrogacy and adoption support

Job summary

Westgold Resources Limited seeks a site-based technician at Beta Hunt, Kambalda, to install, test, inspect and maintain mechanical equipment on a FIFO/DIDO-residential roster. You will complete preventive maintenance, record equipment history and support safety processes.

The role requires a valid WA C class licence, mining or heavy industry experience and basic computer skills. Desirable qualifications include first aid, confined space, height work, dogging, rigging, poly welding and

Qualifications

• Current C Class Western Australian driver’s licence.
• Work experience in gold, heavy industry, mineral processing environment or equivalent.
• First aid / confined space / working at height (Desirable).
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• Dogging (Desirable).
• Poly welding (Desirable).
• Rigging (Desirable).
• Scaffolding (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, testing, maintenance and record keeping of mechanical equipment.
• Undertake routine daily workplace, machinery/equipment inspections and pre-starts at areas of responsibility.
• Complete daily PM tasks and record equipment history.
• Use the safety database (INX) to complete individual training and LMS procedures.
• Ensure risk assessments and workplace inspections are conducted to identify hazards and associated risks and implement effective control measures with the use of Step-backs and JSEA.
• Actively participate in OHSE discussions at Pre-start and Safety meetings.
• Reporting of incidents and near miss events.
• Basic dewatering generator maintenance and inspection including pipelines, flow meters and refueling.
• Shutdown preparation.

Skills

C Class WA licence

Gold mining experience

First aid

Confined space

Working at height

Basic computer literacy

Dogging

Poly welding

Rigging

Scaffolding

Job description

The Westgold Offer

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.

Full-time, permanent position based at our Beta Hunt site based in Kambalda. Remuneration includes base salary + site allowance + wellbeing allowance + up to 15% STI bonus + Superannuation.

A family friendly roster to suit your lifestyle – 8 days on, 6 days off, 7 nights on, 7 days off, flying in and out on Tuesdays.

Flexible employment options including FIFO, DIDO, and residential opportunities in Kambalda & Kalgoorlie.

Well-equipped camp featuring ensuite rooms, and a fully equipped gym to keep you comfortable and active while away from home.

A growing company that supports employee’s development.

The Role

• Assist with the installation, testing, maintenance and record keeping of mechanical equipment.
• Undertake routine daily workplace, machinery/equipment inspections and pre-starts at areas of responsibility.
• Complete daily PM tasks and record equipment history.
• Use the safety database (INX) to complete individual training and LMS procedures.
• Ensure risk assessments and workplace inspections are conducted to identify hazards and associated risks and implement effective control measures with the use of Step-backs and JSEA.
• Actively participate in OHSE discussions at Pre-start and Safety meetings.
• Reporting of incidents and near miss events.
• Basic dewatering generator maintenance and inspection including pipelines, flow meters and refueling.
• Shutdown preparation.

What I Need

• Current ‘C’ Class Manual Western Australian driver’s licence.
• Work experience in gold, heavy industry, mineral processing environment or equivalent.
• First aid / confined space / working at height (Desirable).
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• Dogging (Desirable).
• Poly welding (Desirable).
• Rigging and Dogging (Desirable).
• Scaffolding (Desirable).

A Range of Benefits

• 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.

Core Values

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.

Diversity and Inclusion

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.

We appreciate 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].

Westgold reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified.

Westgold is an inclusive employer and we welcome entry level candidates to our workforce in addition to highly experienced professionals looking to make their mark within a growing organisation.

Applicants must meet our pre‑employment criteria’s which includes medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks and be able to provide a valid Australian national police clearance and an Australian driver’s licence (or be able to obtain).

Westgold appreciates that we are an 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.