Workplace Type: Onsite
Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.
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 key member of the Process Operations team, reporting to the Production Superintendent, you will play a critical role in leading contractor, ancillary and support workforces across Boddington Gold Mine.
Your expertise will support the safe, compliant and efficient execution of contractor management, operational support activities, housekeeping programs, plant clean-downs, shutdown preparation and ancillary services, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and in alignment with operational priorities.
As part of our team you will
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Lead and supervise contractor, ancillary and general labour personnel supporting Process Operations
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Coordinate daily, weekly and shutdown work plans, ensuring resources and priorities are aligned to operational requirements
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Manage contractor mobilisation, documentation, inductions, competencies and site readiness requirements
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Verify compliance with safety, environmental, statutory, isolation, permit and critical control requirements prior to work commencing
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Coordinate housekeeping, washdown, hosing, clean-up campaigns, sump and drain maintenance, and spillage management activities across the processing plant
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Support shutdown preparation, plant rundown activities, execution support and start-up readiness
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Monitor contractor performance, service delivery, productivity, quality and cost-effectiveness
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Conduct field leadership activities including inspections, task observations and workplace interactions
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Liaise closely with Operations, Maintenance, Planning, Supply Chain and Business Partners to ensure work is safely executed and appropriately resourced
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Drive a strong culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement and housekeeping excellence across the operation
Prerequisites for your success in the role
- Minimum 5 years' experience working within a large-scale mineral processing, mining or heavy industrial environment
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Minimum 5 years' experience supervising mobile plant, earthworks, contractor or ancillary service activities
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Proven experience leading contractor, labour hire and operational support workforces
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Demonstrated experience managing work within active operating environments while maintaining high safety, production and operational performance standards
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Strong contractor management, coordination and stakeholder engagement skills
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Demonstrated ability to build productive working relationships across Operations, Maintenance, Planning and contractor workgroups
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Proven frontline leadership capability, including coaching, mentoring and workforce development
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Strong planning, organisation and coordination skills
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Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability within a dynamic operational environment
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High level of computer literacy and reporting capability
Technical Skills & Systems Experience
Experience using:
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Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project
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Maintenance Management Systems (SAP desirable)
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CMS or similar project tracking systems
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Planning, reporting and work management tools within a mining or heavy industrial environment
Highly Regarded:
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Certificate IV in Frontline Management
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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
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Statutory Supervisor qualification or examination completion
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Experience supporting shutdown planning, execution and operational readiness activities
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Knowledge of contractor management, permit-to-work systems and operational risk management processes
Your work environment
This role is based at Boddington Gold Mine on an 8/6 roster and offers the opportunity to lead a diverse contractor and ancillary workforce supporting one of Australia's largest gold mining operations.
Working within Process Operations, you will be responsible for coordinating critical operational support services, contractor activities, housekeeping campaigns and shutdown readiness initiatives that directly contribute to safe and reliable plant performance.
You will work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Planning, HSLP and Business Partners to drive safe work execution, operational excellence and continuous improvement across the processing operation.
You may choose to live locally and commute daily or, if based outside the local area, stay in village accommodation under a DIDO arrangement. You’ll stay in on-site accommodation with modern amenities, including a well-equipped gym, recreation facilities, quality meals, and reliable connectivity.
Applications close 4 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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