21 Oct
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The Perth Mint
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Perth
21 Oct
The Perth Mint
Perth
Work with world-renowned products and services.
Casual role working 15 to 25 hours per week.
Market-competitive salary of $42 per hour
About Us:
Welcome to The Perth Mint, where golden career opportunities await
The Perth Mint is an iconic Western Australian organisation operating on a truly global scale. Situated in East Perth for over 125 years, The Perth Mint is a premier tourist destination, an award-winning exporter, and a key supplier of precious metals to markets throughout the world.
There's no organisation quite like it, with a variety of roles available, from engineers and chemists to artists and technicians.
Foster your fascination and pride in our work. Get inspired every day by the world-class precious metal products we work together to refine, design, produce and then distribute all over the globe. Connect to the rich history of our industry in a workplace firmly rooted in the present - as leaders in sustainability and inclusion.
At The Perth Mint, you'll be supported in a diverse team where differences are celebrated and your well-being matters - striking the right work-life balance with compassionate team benefits. And if your career goals change, you'll be empowered to change roles with training and internal mobility.
Step Into the Spotlight as a Tour Guide & Gold Pourer
If you love captivating an audience, thrive in high energy environments, and aren't afraid of a little molten metal, this is your moment to shine - literally.
As one of our Tour Guides and Gold Pourers, you'll become the face of an iconic WA experience. Your days will be filled with storytelling, showmanship,
and a touch of alchemy as you bring the magic of gold to life for visitors from around the world.
What you'll be doing:
- Lead unforgettable tours for school groups, tourists, media crews, corporate guests, and VIPs - from politicians to film and TV personalities.
- Steal the show in the Melting House , performing live gold pour demonstrations for crowds of up to 75 people as you transform molten metal into a gleaming 150oz gold bar.
- Master a 30 minute scripted performance , delivering it with flair, confidence, and theatrical charm.
- Be a safety champion , confidently guiding visitors through safety and emergency procedures.
- Get creative by designing custom medallions using specialised software.
- Engrave and sell personalised medallions - including solid gold pieces - to visitors and corporate clients (yes, even bulk orders).
- Connect with a diverse global audience , sharing your knowledge of the gold industry and The Perth Mint's rich history.
- Represent the Mint at major events , including tourism showcases and WA Week.
- Work flexibly , with availability across weekdays and weekends.
- Prioritise safety , ensuring your actions support a healthy and secure workplace for everyone.
What you bring:
- A second language is a big plus - especially Cantonese, Japanese, or Mandarin.
- A passion for customer service and creating memorable experiences.
- Confidence in public speaking - you enjoy being in front of a crowd.
- Bonus points for theatrical or performance experience.
- Availability to work 15 hours per week across weekdays, weekends and Public Holidays with more hours available during peak season
- Must have a working with children check
If you're ready to blend storytelling, craftsmanship, and a little bit of molten magic, this role might just be your golden opportunity.
Our Benefits:
- Competitive salaries and employee discounts
- Flexible work options available
- Extended leave options including purchased leave, leave at half pay and access to pro-rata long service leave
- Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180 employer
- Paid parental leave and secondary carer's leave available after 6 months service. 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers and 6 weeks paid secondary care giver's leave
- Training and development opportunities
- Opportunities to be part of our wide and active range of Employee Resourcing Groups: Reconciliation, Gender, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD), Disability, Mental Health and Neurodiversity, and Perth Mint with Pride
- Charity and volunteer initiatives
- Income protection after an accident or illness
- Health and wellness programs, including an Employee Assistance Program, ongoing wellbeing initiatives, and workplace community building spaces
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