Westgold Resources is shaping the future of gold mining in Western Australia. We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team who shares our vision of building a sustainable and profitable major Australian gold business.
The role includes
Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the Long Hole Driller will be a part of the production mining team, responsible for drilling production blast holes, prior to charging and blasting operations. Drillers also carry out other related duties as directed by the Mine Supervisor.
- Ability to Drill and bolt inclines, declines and ore drives.
- Able to set up and operate long hole drill to produce a designated pattern of blasting holes.
- Diagnose and take appropriate action to manage drill problems and advise appropriate personnel.
- Remove drill cuttings and sludge to ensure drill hole remains clean.
What do I need?
- Proven experience operating SANDVIK 432i Solo, Boom and Horseshoe rigs
- A minimum of 5 years underground mining experience.
- Must have previous experience as a Loader Operator and Development Charge Up Operator.
- C Class Manual license.
- Flexible working style, work independently and as part of a team.
- Decision-making driven by priorities and a commitment to continuous enhancement.
The Westgold Offer A range of advantages including:
- A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer
- Performance based bonus
- Group salary continuous insurance
- A health and wellness allowance
- Health insurance discount
- A range of Family and Medical leave policies that includes IVF, surrogacy and adoption.
- Referral Bonus - bring your mates along!
- 5 years' pro rata long service leave
- Salary sacrifice options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that include free confidential counselling, wellbeing services that includes financial advice.
Our full list of benefits and why we are recognised as an Endorsed Employer for Women by Work 180 can be seen on the Work180 website.
Westgold is driven by our core values of Show Respect, Choose Safety and Deliver Value. We believe that these values define our culture, behaviours and actions.
We appreciate that not everybody will tick every box for their next dream role, but if you believe that you can bring the passion and drive to contribute to our operations and our values resonate with you then apply now!
Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes medical and drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work checks and be able to provide a valid Australian national police clearance and an Australian driver's licence (or be able to obtain).