Mining - Drill & Blast (Mining, Resources & Energy) Full time Competitive Salary & Discretionary Bonuses Westgold Resources is an innovative and progressive West Australian gold producer located in the Murchison and Southern Goldfields regions of WA. We are looking for people with passion and drive who want to advance their careers. With new mines, new equipment and a new energy across our business, there's never been a better time to join Westgold. About the opportunity Due to the ongoing success at Big Bell, Westgold Resources are on the lookout for a motivated, detail-oriented Production Engineer to join the team on a permanent 8/6 roster (Days).
Reporting to the Mining Manager of Cue Gold Operations, the Production Engineer will provide technical support to the mining operations team, ensuring that production targets are met; and safe and accurate plans are delivered in a timely manner.
In November 2023, the Board approved expansion of Big Bell to the zone beneath the existing sub level cave using an open stoping with paste fill mining method.
This zone is expected to extend the overall mine life of Big Bell to more than 16 years while simultaneously increasing the mined grade.
The role includes Completion of drilling plans aligned with 13WK scheduleCompletion of charging plansTeleremote plans for underground bogging activitiesPreparation of short-term weekly schedulesAssume responsibilities as Ventilation Officer (if required)Completion of Primary and Secondary Ventilation Surveys in accordance with WA Mine regulationsAdhere to Project Operation Safety Plan (POSP)QA/QC duties to ensure safety and productivity of drill and blast activities undergroundHighlight key activities and critical path processes of budgets, forecasts and weekly plansTrack operational performance of key indicators and report to managementManage and administrate contractor database systems (Plodtrack and Livemine)Manage adhoc projects as directed by the Senior Mining Engineer and Underground ManagerPropose and implement business improvement initiativesPropose and participate in process improvements within the organizationWhat do I need? Tertiary qualification in Engineering (mining preferred)At least 2 years' experience in UG Mine EngineeringPrevious exposure of underground drill and blast practices, preferably within a gold mine, to be able to design and implement drill and blast plansWorking closely with production operations to achieve drill and blast excellenceDisplay ability to plan and schedule safety parallel to mining physicals rather than having safety being managed downstreamKnowledge Deswik UGDPossesses a current and valid Manual Driver's LicenceThe Westgold Offer: A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producerPerformance based bonusSite Allowance (if applicable)Group salary continuous insuranceA health and wellness allowanceA range of Family and Medical leave policies that includes IVF, surrogacy and adoption5 years' pro rata long service leaveSalary sacrifice optionsEmployee 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.
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, we encourage you to apply.
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).
Westgold is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone matters. We believe diversity is a strength and true diversity includes those from First Nations People, various cultures, age groups, Neurodiverse backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, diverse abilities and religions.
We value the unique perspectives and experiences each person brings and that diverse teams lead to innovation and success.
Our goal is to have safe and respectful environments where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves and we strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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