Graduate Metallurgist

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 share our vision of building a sustainable and profitable major Australian gold business.

About the opportunity We are seeking Graduate Metallurgists who are ready to start their career within our company. We can provide both practical and office-based experience, with mentoring and guidance from some of the most experienced mining professionals in the business. Our aim is to develop well-rounded Mets who can enjoy a successful career for years to come.

You will have exposure to multiple processing plants as we currently have 4 plants producing over 5mtpa combined. You will gain experience in plant optimisation, metallurgical procedures, sampling, and all processing functions.

What do I need? Tertiary Qualification in Extractive Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering Practical experience / vacation time deemed advantageous Excellent communication skills with all levels of operation Possess a current and valid Manual Driver's Licence Possess a National Police Clearance valid within the last 12 months The ability to pass Westgold's pre-employment process The Westgold Offer : A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer A range of benefits including : Performance-based bonus Site Allowance (if applicable) Group salary continuance insurance A health and wellness allowance A range of Family and Medical leave policies that include IVF, surrogacy, and adoption Referral Bonus - bring your mates along! 5 years' pro-rata long service leave Salary sacrifice options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free confidential counselling and wellbeing services such as financial advice Our full list of benefits and why we are recognized as an Endorsed Employer for Women by Work180 can be seen on the Work180 website.

Westgold is driven by our core values of Show Respect, Choose Safety, and Deliver Value. We believe these values define our culture, behaviors, and actions. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, especially those from First Nations, diverse cultures, age groups, neurodiverse backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and religions. We are committed to creating an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves.

Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria, including medical and drug and alcohol screening, right to work checks, and providing a valid Australian police clearance and driver's license or the ability to obtain them.

We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable pool of candidates is identified. We will never ask for payment of any kind during our recruitment process.

At Westgold, we offer more than a job — we offer a career. We value camaraderie, achievement, and working alongside motivated colleagues. Entry-level candidates and experienced professionals are welcome. We are committed to diversity and inclusion to be an employer of choice and uphold workplace equality.

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