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.
We're seeking an experienced Senior Field Technician to join our Geology team and play a pivotal role in the safe and efficient delivery of Resource Definition programs. This position is offered on an 8:6 FIFO roster, providing excellent work-life balance.
Reporting to the Senior Resource Definition Geologist, you'll lead and mentor a team of Field Technicians, oversee daily task planning, and ensure quality execution of field activities across our operations. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong field leadership experience who enjoys working hands‑on, building capability in others, and contributing to high‑performing exploration programs.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide day‑to‑day supervision, task allocation and support to Field Technicians.
* Maintain strong communication between geology teams, field crews and contractors.
* Ensure all sampling, surveying and field data collection is completed safely, accurately and on schedule.
* Oversee consumables, stock management and logistics for sampling and drilling programs.
* Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental and heritage requirements.
* Support site preparation, rehabilitation activities and contractor management.
* Coordinate sample dispatch, core yard activities and data entry processes.
* Mentor, train and develop Field Technicians to build capability within the team.
About You
* 5+ years' experience as a Field Assistant / Field Technician in mining or exploration environments.
* 2+ years' experience in a senior role.
* Strong understanding of drilling operations, sampling protocols and field safety.
* Advanced GPS/DGPS surveying skills.
* Experience managing rehabilitation activities and earthmoving contractors.
* High level of communication, organisation and problem‑solving skills.
* Ability to mentor and coach field teams.
The Westgold Offer
A range of benefits including:
* A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer
* 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 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
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.