Fixed Plant Boilermaker

Our client, who we are hiring on behalf of, is an ASX listed, Australian mid-tier gold producer located in Western Australia. The company has a large workforce (950+ and growing) with huge internal growth opportunities, owning multiple operating mines in rural Western Australia, and headquartered in Perth.

• What is on offer?
• A permanent full-time position at a successful West Australian gold producer with multiple long-life operations;
• Job security, ongoing development and career progression opportunities across the business;
• A role with a company that invests in its people, setting them up for a long career;
• Performance based bonuses; and
• The chance to work with like-minded people at a responsible and future-focused resources company.
• The role

Westgold are currently seeking a Boilermaker to join their team on a 2 : 2 roster. their Boilermakers carry out routine preventative maintenance, shutdown, and repair work. With experience in structural welding, their Boilermakers are kept very busy as we ensure that their sites are always in safe working order.

Competitive pay, discretionary bonuses & benefits are offered.

• Location
• the company's gold mines in the Murchinson region of regional Western Australia, with fly-in-fly-out to site from Perth, except for semi-regular attendance in the Perth corporate office during the rostered time on.
• Employment type
• this is a full-time, salaried, permanent role, with potential for internal promotion in the future. The fly-in-fly-out roster on offer is 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off.
• Duties and Responsibilities include
• Equipment Maintenance : Conducting maintenance, repairs, and fabrication of fixed plant equipment, including crushers, mills, tanks, and other processing machinery.
• Welding and Fabrication : Performing welding tasks, such as arc welding, gas cutting, and metal fabrication, to repair and modify mining equipment and structures.
• Metalwork : Working with various metals and materials to shape, cut, and assemble components for fixed plant equipment.
• Blueprint Interpretation : Reading and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints to understand equipment specifications and fabrication requirements.
• Safety Compliance : Adhering to strict safety regulations and procedures while working with heavy machinery, tools, and hazardous materials.
• Structural Integrity : Ensuring the structural integrity of fixed plant equipment by inspecting for defects, cracks, and weaknesses.
• Preventive Maintenance : Participating in preventive maintenance activities to identify potential issues and avoid equipment breakdowns.
• Equipment Installation : Assisting with the installation and commissioning of new fixed plant equipment and machinery.
• Equipment Overhauls : Conducting major equipment overhauls to extend the lifespan and optimize the performance of fixed plant assets.
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems : Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and their integration with fixed plant equipment.
• Documentation : Maintaining detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used for proper documentation and tracking.
• Emergency Response : Being available for emergency repair callouts to minimize downtime in case of unexpected breakdowns.
• Collaboration : Collaborating with other maintenance teams, engineers, and supervisors to coordinate maintenance activities and ensure smooth plant operations.
• Continuous Improvement : Identifying opportunities for process improvements and innovative solutions to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
• What do I need?
• Australian trade qualification as a Boilermaker with Cert III Engineering
• Confined Space Entry
• Forklift / Telehandler certificate
• Working at Heights
• Manual C class Driver's Licence
• Poly Welding Licence
• About the company

The company is a dynamic, growth-oriented West Australian gold producer based in the Murchison region of WA. With four underground mines and three processing hubs, they are a dominant player in the historic gold precinct centred around Cue and Meekatharra.

The company is unique in the Australian gold sector in that they mine their orebodies with their own people and equipment. As an owner-operator, their 950-plus employees have plenty of opportunity to develop their careers within a progressive and innovative organisation.

• Company Values
• Choose safety;
• Show respect; and
• Deliver value.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage female and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, and applicants from all walks of life - understanding that every voice matters.

If you would like to apply, please submit your CV through the 'apply' button and we will be in touch shortly.

• Job Types
• Full-time, Permanent
• Salary
• 110,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year
• Benefits
• Free food
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
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