Experienced Underground Nippers
Experienced Underground Nippers
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Job Description
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.
Due to recent growth we are now embarking on a manning increase of the Beta Hunt Operation and looking to employ Experienced Underground Nippers on an 8:6/7:7 roster on a permanent full-time basis.
THE ROLE
Delivery and pick up of equipment such as tools piping services and anything else that is needed
Removal of waste items from Underground work areas to waste dumps
Provide ground support to Jumbo Operators and assist with general mining services and installation of ground support
Assist with all operations including offside operators
Possess excellent housekeeping standards to ensure machinery is kept clean and tidy
Be organised and undertake all assigned tasks by the Shift Supervisor
Be familiar and comply with all Company Procedures Guidelines and Work Methods applicable to your role
WHAT DO I NEED
Current C Class Western Australian drivers licence (essential)
Minimum of 12 months experience working in an underground mining environment
Prior experience working as an Underground Nipper and an understanding of this role
Knowledge and understanding of the Work Health and Safety Act & Regulations
Desire to maintain a proactive safe working environment
Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet and be adaptable
Excellent communication skills
A can-do team-oriented attitude
A RANGE OF BENEFITS INCLUDING
FIFO DIDO and Residential employment opportunities
Tuesday to Tuesday 8 days on 6 days off 7 nights on 7 days off roster
Flights direct to the Kambalda Airstrip located within 10 mins of site and camp
Flights in and out on company time and returning to Perth at reasonable times
New camp with permanent ensuite rooms recreational room equipped gym and standard mine camp facilities
Camp located near the Kambalda Town Centre with access to the Kambalda Hotel Woolworths and Kambalda Gym (all within walking distance)
The Westgold Offer:
A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer
A range of benefits including:
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 criterias 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 drivers 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 leads 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.
Westgold appreciates that standard recruitment processes are not accessible for everyone. If you believe you require additional support or accommodations so you feel comfortable participating in our recruitment process for this or any of our roles please feel free to email
Westgold reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. We will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind whether directly or through a third party.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
