Apprentice, Light Vehicle Mechanic Adult 1st Year

Westgold Resources Limited; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company seeks a Light Vehicle Mechanical Apprentice in St. Ives. This role offers hands-on training, working with maintenance crews to learn equipment troubleshooting and safety practices. Applicants should have a passion for mechanical work, a Year 12 Cert in progress, and the ability to obtain a WA Manual Driver's License. The position includes competitive pay, bonuses, and various benefits. Apply before 10 August 2025.

Benefits

Competitive pay + 6% site allowance

Quarterly bonus scheme

Private health insurance allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for learning about the light vehicle mechanical fitting trade.
• Completed or completing your Year 12 Cert (including Maths) is desirable.
• WA Manual Driver’s License required by Jan 2026.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Maintenance crew to gain skills.
• Learn to maintain and troubleshoot mining equipment.
• Help keep sites safe, clean, and running smoothly.

Skills

Passion for light vehicle mechanical fitting

Good communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Completed or completing Year 12 Certificate

Job description

Want to kickstart your career in one of Australia’s most dynamic gold mining areas while mastering skills that open doors?

At Gold Fields, we have a large portfolio of underground and open pit mines across 4 mine sites where you’ll get hands-on experience, high quality training, and real-world challenges — all while working alongside a world-class team.

Why Choose Gold Fields?

• Learn from the best: Our crew of experts will mentor you every step of the way.
• Do real work: From underground tunnels to towering heights at the processing plant, every day is an adventure!
• Safety first: We take your safety seriously — it’s the heart of everything we do.
• Work-life balance: This role is offered on 5 days on, 2 days off, 4 days on, 3 days off roster.

This opportunity is available forKambalda residents only.

Benefits you will receive:

• Competitive pay + 6% site allowance.
• Quarterly bonus scheme.
• Private health insurance allowance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What you will be doing?

As a Light Vehicle Mechanical Apprentice, you’ll work closely with the Maintenance crew to gain all the skills you need through on-the-job training and formal TAFE classes. You’ll learn how to maintain and troubleshoot mining equipment to minimise downtime, help keep our sites safe, clean and running smoothly, and grow your expertise in a rewarding, hands-on environment.

What You’ll Need:

• A genuine passion for learning about the light vehicle mechanical fitting trade and a can-do attitude.
• Completed or completing your Year 12 Cert (including Maths) is desirable.
• Good communication and basic computer skills.
• WA Manual Driver’s License – so you’ll need to be able to obtain one prior to Jan 2026.
• Certificate II Pre-Apprenticeship and First Aid Cert are not essential but will be advantageous to your application.

Ready to Launch Your Mining Career?

Our apprentice intake kicks off January 2026 — don’t miss your chance to join a safe, challenging, and rewarding workplace with endless opportunities to grow.

Apply now at https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia

APPLICATIONS WILL CLOSE 10 AUGUST 2025.

We are committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce, and strongly encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.