Workplace Type: Onsite
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Boddington is a flagship Newmont gold and copper operation in Western Australia, located about 130 kilometres south-east of Perth and 16 kilometres from the rural town of Boddington. As one of Australia's largest gold producers, Boddington is recognised for its leadership in innovation and technology, including becoming the world's first gold mine to implement an Autonomous Haulage System.
As a drive-in, drive-out operation, our people enjoy the benefits of regional living while working with industry-leading technology and a team committed to safety, operational excellence and continuous improvement. We take pride in the partnerships we have built with local communities and Traditional Owners, creating shared value through responsible mining and long-term investment in the region.
Your impact
As a Maintenance Technician (Mechanical Fitter / Boilermaker), you will play a critical role in supporting safe and reliable crushing and wear management activities within one of Australia's largest gold processing facilities (~41MTPA).
Working within the Dry Plant maintenance team, you will maintain key crushing, screening and wear management assets to ensure safe and consistent ore throughput.
You will contribute directly to plant availability and performance while upholding Newmont's strong safety and environmental standards.
As part of our team you will
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Carry out maintenance activities across primary, secondary and tertiary crushing circuits
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Maintain and repair crushers, screens, feeders, transfer stations and High-Pressure Grinding Rolls (HPGR)
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Carry out wear liner replacement, chute refurbishment, wear plate installation and structural maintenance activities across crushing circuits
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Support planned shutdowns, wear management campaigns and breakdown response activities
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Complete preventative maintenance inspections across crushing and wear management assets
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Operate plant equipment including EWP, forklift, overhead crane, dogging/basic rigging and Hiab (as licensed)
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Use CMMS systems (SAP preferred) to record work orders and maintenance activities
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Work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues and improve plant reliability
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Maintain compliance with site safety systems, statutory regulations, permits and isolation procedures
Prerequisites for your success in the role
- Australian recognised Mechanical Fitter Trade Certificate or Boilermaker Trade Qualification
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Previous experience in a large fixed-plant processing, mining or heavy industrial environment
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Demonstrated experience maintaining crushing, screening and/or wear management assets
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Experience with wear liners, chute maintenance, wear plate systems or structural repairs highly regarded
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Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding capability
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Exposure to CMMS systems (SAP highly regarded)
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Good verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to work effectively within a team environment
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Understanding of mining safety and environmental regulations
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High Risk Licences (Forklift, EWP, Dogging/Rigging) – preferred
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Confined Space Entry and Working at Heights – preferred
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Current C-Class manual driver's licence
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Basic PC skills
Your work environment
This role operates on a 5/2, 4/3 roster and is based at Boddington Gold Mine, one of Australia’s largest open-pit gold operations.
You’ll work within a modern processing plant alongside a highly experienced maintenance and operations team, forming part of a safety-driven, high-performing site culture focused on teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Village accommodation is available for the successful candidate, with the option to live locally and commute daily under a Drive In / Drive Out (DIDO) arrangement.
Applications close 5 August 2026
We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow.
At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you’re passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.
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