About Newmont
Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.
Workplace Type: Onsite
About Newmont
Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and robust operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.
Boddington is a flagship Newmont gold and copper operation in Western Australia, located about 130 kilometres south-east of Perth and 16 kilometres from the rural town of Boddington.
This large open-pit mine is among Australia's biggest gold producers and in **** it became the world's first gold mine to implement an Autonomous Haulage System (driverless haul trucks) – a pioneering step for safety and innovation.
As a drive-in, drive-out site, our people can live in the south-west region and enjoy a great work-life balance while working with leading technology. Boddington's team culture is built on a safety-first mindset and continuous improvement. We operate responsibly and take pride in our community partnerships – including working closely with local Traditional Owners – as we create sustainable value in the region.
Boddington's team culture is built on a safety-first mindset and continuous improvement. We operate responsibly and take pride in our community partnerships – including working closely with local Traditional Owners – as we create sustainable value in the region.
Your impact




You will support safe and reliable gold processing operations by maintaining critical fixed-plant assets to help achieve milling production targets of ~41MTPA. Working within a large processing environment, you'll play a key role in equipment reliability, plant availability, and continuous improvement - directly contributing to safe production outcomes.
As part of our team you will
Monitor, repair, and maintain equipment across a large fixed-plant processing environment
Complete preventative maintenance inspections across all plant areas
Perform mechanical maintenance activities within:
Ball Milling
Screening
Floatation
Filtering
Reagents
Carbon in Leach (CIL) Circuit
Carbon Regeneration
Elution
Water services
Operate plant equipment including EWP, forklift, overhead crane, dogging, basic rigging
Work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams to support safe milling targets
Ensure all work is completed in line with safety, environmental, and statutory requirements
Use CMMS systems (SAP preferred) to record maintenance activities and support planning
Prerequisites for your success in the role
Mechanical Fitting or Fabrication Trade Certificate with strong mechanical aptitude
Minimum 2 years' maintenance experience in a large process plant environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to work effectively within a team
Basic computer literacy
Exposure to CMMS systems (SAP preferred)
Sound knowledge of mining safety and environmental regulations
High Risk Licences (forklift, EWP, dogging/rigging – preferred)




Confined Space Entry and Working at Heights (preferred)
Current C Class Driver's Licence
Your work environment
This role is based at Boddington Gold Mine and operates on an
8:6 roster
, providing a balanced lifestyle while working within a large-scale fixed plant processing operation. You will be part of a high-performing maintenance team supporting a complex gold processing environment that prioritises safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Village accommodation is available for the ideal candidate.
Why join Newmont
Boddington is one of the world's largest open-pit gold and copper operations and a leader in mining innovation, including the use of autonomous haulage technology. Working at Boddington means joining a high-performing team committed to safety, sustainability and continuous improvement.
Eligible Employees May Benefit From
Competitive salary and annual performance incentive opportunities.
Modern camp accommodation and meals for rostered employees.
Access to health, wellbeing and employee assistance programs.
Ongoing learning, technical development and leadership training opportunities.
Exposure to industry-leading mining technologies and large-scale operations.
Career opportunities across Newmont's Australian, Papua New Guinean and global operations.
The opportunity to be part of a workplace where safety, inclusion and growth are at the centre of everything we do.
At Newmont, our people are our strength and we're committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace.
Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont
Hear from our people: Life at Newmont
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📌 Technician, Mechanical (Western Australia)
🏢 Newmont
📍 Western Australia