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Talent Acquisition Consultant at Greatland Gold

About Telfer & Haveiron Project

Telfer is a gold-copper mine located in the Paterson Province of the East Pilbara region of Western Australia. It includes both open-pit and underground mining operations, as well as the operation of Australia's third-largest gold-copper processing facility. Since beginning gold production in 1975, Telfer has produced more than 15Moz of gold to date.

Our Telfer operations offer a fly-in fly-out work arrangement, providing our workforce with a healthy work-life balance. Onsite, we offer a broad range of recreational activities, including a recently refurbished gym, swimming pool, driving range, movie room, and both dry and wet mess facilities.

Greatland also owns 100% of the Havieron gold-copper, a world class development project with a multi-decade mine life, located 45km east of Telfer that will utilise the existing Telfer infrastructure to process Havieron ore, together with a significant exploration portfolio in the region surrounding Telfer.

About the Role

We're on the lookout for a sharp, safety-focused, technically skilled Underground Mining Superintendent to join our growing Greatland team. If you know your way around a mine plan, can lead a team, and hold a WA First Class Mine Manager's Certificate, this one's for you

Please note: This is a perm role on an 8/6 B2B roster – FIFO from Perth.

Key responsibilities:

• Foster a proactive, safety-first culture aligned with Greatland's Safety Management System.
• Provide appropriate tools, resources, and supervision for safe task execution.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and field leadership engagements.
• Ensure all team members (Greatland and contractors) are properly trained and supported.
• Ensure full compliance with WHS and other applicable regulations.
• Lead operational planning and execution to meet underground production targets.
• Report on and analyse performance metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on value creation and cost efficiency.
• Oversee contractor performance, ensuring alignment with Greatland's standards.
• Uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and transparency.
• Promote strong cross-departmental collaboration and alignment with Company goals.
• Build a unified, team-based culture across site personnel and contractors.

In addition to these attributes, the ideal candidate should have:

• Hold a WA First Class Manager's Certificate (Mandatory)
• Have a strong underground planning background
• Be technically proficient in mining various types (width and orientation) orebodies
• Able to communicate effectively with junior engineers, other technical services department (geology and geotechnical), support services including underground fixed plant maintenance teams, mill / metallurgy teams, other department superintendents and managers
• operations teams including operators, shift bosses and foremen
• Technically proficient in scheduling and drill and blast
• Highly proficient Deswik user

Why Greatland Underground?

Greatland's underground team powers one of Australia's largest gold-copper mines at Telfer, plus the exciting Havieron development project. You'll be at the forefront of a company rapidly growing its footprint, leveraging cutting-edge infrastructure, and unlocking world-class resources. Your work won't just be a job - it'll shape the future of mining in one of the world's most important mineral provinces.

• Competitive Salary Package + Performance Based Bonus Scheme
• Milestone Service Awards
• Education Assistance Program
• Novated Leasing
• Family Days to Site

At Greatland, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that every recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotion decision is made based on individual merit. We do not discriminate on any grounds, and our goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals can thrive.

To find out more about our Company, please visit https://greatlandgold.com

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• IndustriesMining

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