Database Assistant

Database Assistant page is loaded## Database Assistantlocations: Perth, WAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR101085Westgold 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.**About the Opportunity**Westgold Resources is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Database Administration Assistant to support the compilation and management of geological databases across our Exploration and Operations divisions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow professionally and progress toward a Geological Database Administrator role.Reporting to the Database Manager, the successful candidate will assist in ensuring accurate, high-quality, and JORC-compliant data is available to end users in a timely manner. The role involves maintaining data integrity, supporting database systems, and providing user assistance across the business. Periodical short site visits are required.This is a full-time Perth based role with part-time or job-share arrangements considered.**Key Responsibilities*** Assist and collaborate closely with geologists and site personnel to validate and maintain accurate geological data.* Monitor data flow from remote sites and distribute regular validation and status updates.* Support the integration of exploration and mining data into the company's geological database.* Help maintain and monitor geological databases, ensuring consistency and integrity.* Provide user support and training to geologists and other team members.* Manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights.* Assist with configuration of geological software tools such as LogChief.* Contribute to workflow development and procedural documentation.* Identify opportunities for process improvement and provide data management insights.**What You'll Bring*** Tertiary qualifications in Geology, Geoscience, or IT is desirable, with relevant experience in mining or exploration.* At least 1 year of experience using geological database software such as DataShed (preferred), Geobank, or acQuire.* Competency in data capture and database tools (e.g., LogChief, Access, SQL).* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.* Excellent numerical, written, and verbal communication skills.* Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.* Experience with GIS software (MapInfo, QGIS, or ArcGIS) is desirable but not essential.* Experience with report writing tools such as Power BI is beneficial.* A positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow within the role.**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.At Westgold we offer more than a job, we offer you a career.Coming to work every day isn't just about getting the job done, it's about camaraderie, it's about feeling a sense of achievement and it's about fulfilling your role alongside your work mates.Our teams possess a wealth of knowledge and are willing to share their experiences. We welcome entry level candidates to our workforce in addition to highly experienced professionals looking to make their mark within a growing organisation. Diversity and inclusion for employees from all backgrounds is a high priority for us as we strive to be an ongoing employer of choice and are committed to upholding workplace equality. With the guidance of our Core Values, we believe in providing a safe and harmonious workplace that encourages thinking outside of the box and employee engagement that benefits both the business and the employee.
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