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.

Overview:

We are seeking a motivated Underground Mine Surveyor to join our team at Great Fingall, one of Western Australia's most historic and technically engaging underground gold operations. Reporting to the Senior Surveyor, you will play a key role in supporting underground development, production, UAV surveying, and statutory survey compliance while developing your career within a leading Australian gold producer.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Surveyor looking to further develop their career within a dynamic mining environment.

Why this role?

• Mentoring from experienced Senior and Authorised Mine Surveyors
• Small collaborative technical team in ramp up phase.
• Pathway toward becoming an Authorised Mine Surveyor.
• Gain exposure to a variety of survey technologies including Leica total stations, CMS scanning systems, UAVs, and GNSS equipment.
• Career progression opportunities across multiple underground and open pit operations.

Role responsibilities:

• Maintain survey control networks to Mines Department standards (surface and underground)
• Develop and manage survey databases and models
• Establish drone survey control networks for surface and underground operations

• Conduct detailed surveys and ensure accurate mine model updates
• Prepare accurate end-of-month reporting and survey calculations

• Monitor design implementation and address deviations appropriately
• Support operational teams with layout and technical guidance

• Support ongoing development of UAV survey capabilities

• Ensure compliance with WHS Act 2020, Mines Regulations 2022, and Company policies

About you:  

Essential Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Surveying or Spatial Science
• Minimum 18 months' experience in a mine survey environment
• Underground mining experience
• Current WA “C” Class Driver’s Licence

Desirable:

• Experience with Leica Total Stations, Trimble GPS, and Geosight CMS
• Exposure to Deswik or equivalent mining software.
• Experience operating UAV technology
• Remote Pilot Licence (RePL)
• Authorised Mine Surveyor (Grade 1 or 2) or ability to obtain

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.