Processing Trainer

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.

• Full-time permanent position a competitive salary and attractive benefits package base at our Higginsville site in Norseman
• A family friendly roster to suit your lifestyle 8 days on 6 days off flying in and out on Tuesdays
• Well-equipped camp featuring ensuite rooms sports court and fully equipped gym to keep you comfortable and active while away from home
• A growing company thats supports employees development

THE ROLE

• Train Process Operators in all aspects of the processing plant equipment including Milling CIL Crushing & the Elution circuit
• Provide training and guidance on the use of our process control system CITECT
• Train Maintenance personnel in machine operations and core competencies as required
• Undertake the development and on-going improvement of a structured training and evaluation system so all Operating employees can increase their skill base to a suitable competency standard
• Maintain Process & Maintenance personnel training matrix and records
• Ensure accurate employee records of training are maintained and regularly updated ensuring that site mobile machinery (front end loader bobcat forklift can be competently operated by processing and maintenance employees)
• Update training procedures and assist with the creating of new training procedures as required
• Co-ordinate external and internal training and deliver training packages and programs relevant to the processing plant including carrying out regular reviews of each persons performance and skill development
• Presenting area inductions for all employees and contractors required to work in the process plant area ensuring they are aware of specific hazards and site requirements
• Presenting site inductions for long term and short-term workers including site access requirements
• Assist with VOC requirements of contractors for shutdown/emergency work as required
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards
• Liaise with Contractors and Stakeholders as required

WHAT DO I NEED

• Current C Class Manual Western Australian drivers licence
• Minimum of 3 years experience within a gold processing plant
• Proven ability to deliver training within processing environments
• Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (TAE40116 or equivalent)
• Experience using INX systems (InTuition & InControl)
• Knowledge in process control and SCADA systems (CITECT)
• Advanced Microsoft skills with the ability to develop training materials and assessments
• Possess the ability to manage all internal training records
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to maintaining a proactive safe working environment
• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks
• Confined Space Ticket (desirable)
• Gas Testing Ticket (desirable)
• Working at Heights Ticket (desirable)
• Forklift Licence (desirable)
• CN crane ticket (Desirable)
• Qualifications in WHS or related discipline (desirable)

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.