Underground Nippers

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.

Westgold Resources is a leading Australian gold producer with operations across the Murchison and Southern Goldfields regions of Western Australia. As we continue to grow, we're investing in our people, our operations, and our future. With new projects, modern equipment, and exciting opportunities across our business, there's never been a better time to join the Westgold team.

We are currently seeking Experienced Underground Nippers to support our underground mining operations across our Westgold sites.

About the Role

As an Underground Nipper, you will play a critical role in supporting underground production activities and ensuring safe and efficient mining operations. Working closely with underground crews, you will assist with the delivery of materials, installation of services, and general mine support activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect underground equipment, tools, piping, and other operational materials
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of underground services and infrastructure
• Remove waste materials from underground work areas and transport them to designated disposal locations
• Provide support to Jumbo Operators and assist with ground support activities
• Assist underground operators and crews with daily mining activities as required
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and ensure equipment and work areas remain clean and organised
• Complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently, and in accordance with operational requirements
• Comply with all Westgold safety standards, procedures, and work practices

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Essential Requirements

• Current WA "C" Class Driver's Licence
• Previous experience working in an underground mining environment
• Prior experience as an Underground Nipper
• Sound understanding of underground mining operations and associated hazards
• Knowledge of relevant Work Health and Safety legislation and regulations
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a dynamic environment
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to contribute to team success

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 inclusion@westgold.com.au

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.