Field Assistant

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.

• Full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary and attractive benefits package
• Based at our Bluebird site on a family friendly roster to suit your lifestyle - 8 days on, 6 days off
• Flexible employment options including FIFO, DIDO, and residential opportunities from Meekatharra & Cue - choose what works best for you
• Modern, well-equipped camp featuring ensuite room, sports court, and fully equipped gym to keep you comfortable and active while away from home
• A growing company that's supports employee's development

THE ROLE

• Adhere to all safety and environmental considerations and company policies and procedures
• Contribute to a proactive safety culture within the team, and have a strong commitment to safe working practices
• Conduct soil sampling and rock chip sampling programs as directed
• Conduct sample data entry accurately and in a timely manner
• Dispatch samples in a timely manner and liaise with laboratory
• Quality control of DD core, correction of errors in core presentation and block spacing, meter marking of core, core cutting and core photography
• Flagging and pegging of pending drill programs
• Assist with drill site preparation and rehabilitation activities in accordance with safety, environmental and heritage requirements
• Report any issues with vehicle and equipment maintenance
• Assist with supervision of heritage surveys
• Provide guidance to new Field Assistants
• Assist with daily survey requirements as required
• Conduct general housekeeping within all work areas
• Liaising with Contractors and Stakeholders as required

WHAT DO I NEED

• Current "C" Class Western Australian driver's licence (essential)
• Forklift Licence (desirable)
• Advanced 4WD Training (desirable)
• Senior First Aid Certificate (desirable)
• Solid computer skills & literacy, particularly across the MS Office suite
• Able to perform basic maintenance of field equipment
• Experience in GPS software operation
• Demonstrated skills in data entry and sample tracking
• Proficient in all sampling procedures and sample dispatch protocols, ensuring data integrity and accuracy
• Skilled in surveying protocols
• Excellent numerical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly
• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks
• A can-do, team-oriented attitude
• Solid problem-solving skills, with the ability to think on your feet and be adaptable
• Desire to maintain a proactive safe working environment

The Westgold Offer

A range of benefits including:

• A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer
• Performance based bonus
• Group salary continuance 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.