Underground Trainer & Assessor

Peak Gold Mines; Hillston; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurelia Metals Limited is seeking an Underground Training Advisor to help develop and support our workforce at Peak Mine, NSW. You will deliver inductions and accredited courses, assess operator competence, and craft training programs to improve safety and capability while maintaining detailed LMS records.

You will report to the Learning & Development Superintendent and support compliance through audits and coaching to build confidence underground.

Qualifications

• Experience in underground mining environments and safety culture.
• Competency with operating underground or surface mobile equipment.
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is required.
• Current C Class Manual Driver's Licence.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Experience using LMS and maintaining training records.

Responsibilities

• Deliver underground inductions and accredited courses such as First Aid, CPR, LVR and Confined Space.
• Assess and verify operator competency to ensure safe performance.
• Develop and maintain fit-for-purpose training programs and materials.
• Maintain accurate training records in the Learning Management System.
• Support audits, verification activities and corrective actions for compliance.
• Coach and guide teams to build underground skills and confidence.

Skills

Underground mining experience

LMS experience

Communication skills

Training & Assessment

Driver's licence

Education

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent)

Job description

About us

Aurelia Metals Limited is an ASX-listed, Australian-owned gold and base metals company based in NSW. We operate the Peak and Federation underground mines and are progressing the Great Cobar Project, a high-grade copper development near Peak.

We are proud to be a WORK180 endorsed employer, with inclusion, safety, and our Values at the heart of everything we do. With one of the most prospective land positions in the Cobar Basin, we are unlocking value through discovery, development, and growth.

The Great Cobar Project, with an eight-year mine plan and strong exploration upside, will drive the next generation of growth at Aurelia and create diverse career pathways for those wanting to be part of a high-performance, forward-thinking culture.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Aurelia Metals as an Underground Training Advisor and play a key role in developing the people who power our operation.

As Aurelia continues to grow through the Great Cobar Project and our expanding mining operations, we are investing in workforce capability, safety and leadership. Reporting to the Learning & Development Superintendent, you will help shape the next generation of underground miners by delivering engaging training, assessing competency and supporting people to build successful careers in mining.

What you'll do

• Deliver underground inductions and accredited external courses such as;

  • First Aid

  • CPR

  • LVR

  • Confined Space

• Assess and verify operator competency to ensure safe, capable performance

• Develop and maintain clear, fit-for-purpose training programs and materials

• Maintain accurate training records in the Learning Management System

• Support compliance through audits, verification activities, and corrective actions

• Coach, guide, and support teams to build skills and confidence underground

• Roster: 8/6, 12 hours per day (Dayshift only)

• Location: Peak Mine, Cobar NSW

Travel options

• Residents enjoy a balanced roster and the opportunity to settle into the family-friendly township of Cobar. Relocation support is available, along with a residential allowance

• DIDO if you live within an 800km radius of the Mine site which includes a travel allowance

• FIFO from Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• Experience in an underground mining environment

• Competency in operating underground or surface mobile equipment

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or equivalent)

• Current C Class Manual Driver's Licence

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS) and maintaining training records

Desirable

• Experience delivering accredited courses such as First Aid, CPR, LVR and Confined Space

• Exposure to auditing, verification of competency (VOC) and compliance activities

• Experience developing training materials, learning resources and training programs

MAKE AN IMPACT, GET RECOGNISED – BE AN AURELIAN

At Aurelia Metals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We reward hard work, support growth, prioritise wellbeing, and foster a culture where everyone belongs, because when you thrive, we thrive.

What we offer

• Reward & Recognition: Competitive pay, incentives, share plans and recognition programs

• Lifestyle Balance: Family-friendly rosters, 18 weeks paid parental leave, health perks, counselling and flexible work options

• Purpose & Community: Values-driven culture, WORK180 Employer of Choice, relocation support and local benefits

• Development & Progression: Training and development, apprenticeships, graduate programs and clear career pathways

Our recruitment process

We are committed to a fair, accessible, and transparent process, using structured interviews and work-ready checks. If you require support or adjustments, please let us know during initial screen.

What to expect

1. Application review – We assess applications as they are received.

2. Pre-recorded video interview – For some roles, candidates may be asked to submit a pre-recorded video interview.

3. Initial screen – A short call with our HR team.

4. Structured interview – An interview with a technical leader and HR representative.

5. Work-ready checks – May include police clearance, pre-employment medical, references and/or skills testing.

6. Offer – A formal offer is made to the successful candidate.

We actively promote a culture where everyone feels safe, included and respected. We welcome differences of thought and people from all backgrounds as we strive to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.