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 WESTGOLD OFFER

• Full-time, permanent position based at our Northern sites - Cue, Meekatharra and Fortnum.
• Remuneration includes base salary + site allowance + wellbeing allowance + up to 30% STI bonus + Superannuation.
• 8 days on, 6 days off roster, flying in and out on Mondays.
• Flexible employment options including FIFO from Perth, DIDO from Geraldton and surrounding areas, or Residential opportunities in Meekatharra & Cue – choose what works best for you!
• Modern, well-equipped camps featuring ensuite rooms, sports courts, and fully equipped gyms to keep you comfortable and active while away from home
• A growing company that’s supports employee’s development

THE ROLE

• Lead and develop fixed plant maintenance teams across Westgold operations.
• Deliver asset availability, reliability, and maintenance performance targets.
• Oversee shutdown strategies and execution across Westgold sites.
• Drive continuous improvement and asset reliability initiatives.
• Manage maintenance planning, budgeting, and cost control processes.
• Oversee the delivery of maintenance and capital projects.
• Develop and implement fixed plant asset management strategies.
• Lead capital planning and investment approval processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company requirements.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and develop maintenance capability across Westgold.

WHAT DO I NEED

• Current WA Manual C Class Driver’s Licence.
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering and/or relevant trade qualification.
• Eligible to hold or currently hold the required statutory position.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior fixed plant maintenance leadership role.
• Proven experience leading organisational change and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong background in maintenance delivery, planning, reliability, engineering, and project management.
• Demonstrated experience in budget preparation, cost control, and financial management.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills.
• Advanced computer literacy, including Microsoft Office, Pronto, and maintenance management systems.
• Strong leadership capability with a proven ability to build high-performing teams, deliver results, and maintain compliance with mining safety legislation and regulations.
• Awareness of the Mine Safety and Inspection Act & Regulations. 

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 criteria’s 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 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 [email protected]

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.