Process Operator

Westgold Resources Limited; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company in St Ives is looking for a Process Operator to join their team. This role involves operating the processing plant equipment in a safe, efficient manner. Ideal candidates will have experience in mineral processing, particularly in gold, and proficiency with relevant technologies. Attractive benefits and a structured roster are offered, along with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Stability – long mine life

Generous Quarterly Bonus Scheme

Private Health Insurance Allowance

Continual training and career expansion opportunities

Increased leave entitlements

Paid parental leave

Employee referral program

Salary Sacrifice options

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience in a mineral processing plant, ideally involving gold.
• Knowledge of Citect control systems required.
• Proven ability to diagnose and troubleshoot equipment problems.

Responsibilities

• Operate all processing plant equipment including Crushing, Grinding, and Gravity.
• Ensure production activities maximize effective use of the plant.
• Identify and address maintenance needs and efficiency improvements.

Skills

Previous experience operating a mineral processing plant

Sound knowledge of process technologies and equipment

Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot problems

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Citect control system

IT loader

forklift

Job description

Gold Fields Australia is currently seeking a Process Operator to join the Processing department at our St Ives Gold Mine.

This role will be offered on 4 days on, 4 nights on, 6 days off roster and you will be residential in Kambalda or Kalgoorlie.Bus transportation between Kalgoorlie and site is provided.

As a key member of the team you will be responsible for operating the processing plant and associated equipment in a safe, productive and efficient manner, to maximise plant performance without effecting the environment or health and safety of personnel.

Benefits include:

• Stability – long mine life
• 6% Site Allowance
• Generous Quarterly Bonus Scheme
• Private Health Insurance Allowance
• Salary continuance and life insurance
• Continual training and ability to expand your career
• Increased leave entitlements for annual leave
• Paid primary and secondary parental leave
• Employee referral program – $10,000 per successful referral!
• Salary Sacrifice options

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Operation of all processing plant equipment relating to: Crushing, Grinding, Gravity, Leach, Adsorption, Elution, and Tails Storage Facility;
• Operating the process control system;
• Identifying and diagnosing items of the plant that require preventative maintenance or repair;
• Ensuring production activities achieve maximum effective use of the plant and equipment;
• Identifying and act on ways of improving output or efficiency of the plant;
• Operating the IT loader, bobcat, forklift, and power tools in a safe and correct manner;
• Assisting in the development of competencies of other employees where directed;
• Abiding by the requirements of the "Personal Safety and Health Commitment" and employee Duty of Care obligations.

What you will bring to Gold Fields:

• Previous experience operating a mineral processing plant, preferably Gold
• Sound knowledge of process technologies and equipment including Citect control system
• Proven experience within a Gold Room operation is an advantage
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot problems
• A valid manual driver’s licence
• Computing skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Applications can be submitted via: https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia

Gold Fields is committed to achieving an inclusive workforce. We recognise that the diverse talent of our people will ultimately determine our growth, performance and success. We strongly encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.