Technician, Mechanical
- Maintain reliability and performance of wet plant processing assets.
- Perform planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across processing equipment.
- Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance teams to achieve production targets.
Workplace Type: Onsite
About Newmont
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.
This large open-pit mine is among Australia’s biggest gold producers and in 2021 it became the world’s first gold mine to implement an Autonomous Haulage System (driverless haul trucks) – a pioneering step for safety and innovation.
As a drive-in, drive-out site, our people can live in the south-west region and enjoy a great work-life balance while working with leading technology. Boddington’s team culture is built on a safety-first mindset and continuous improvement. We operate responsibly and take pride in our community partnerships – including working closely with local Traditional Owners – as we create sustainable value in the region.
Your Impact
As a Technician, Mechanical, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the reliability and performance of Boddington's wet plant processing assets. Working across the milling and gold recovery circuits, you will support safe, efficient production by delivering high-quality mechanical maintenance that maximises plant availability and equipment reliability
As Part of Our Team, You Will
- Perform planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across wet plant processing equipment, including milling, flotation, CIL, carbon regeneration and elution circuits.
- Monitor, inspect and maintain critical fixed plant assets to support safe and reliable gold processing operations.
- Conduct fault finding, equipment repairs and component replacements to minimise downtime and improve asset performance.
- Use SAP and other maintenance systems to record work activities and support effective maintenance planning.
- Work collaboratively with Operations and Maintenance teams to achieve production targets while maintaining Newmont's safety and environmental standards.
Prerequisites for Success in This Role
- Australian-recognised Mechanical Fitter Trade Qualification.
- Demonstrated mechanical maintenance experience within a wet plant mineral processing, gold processing, concentrator or metallurgical processing environment.
- Experience maintaining equipment associated with milling, flotation, CIL/CIP, carbon regeneration, elution or similar metallurgical processing circuits.
- Exposure to SAP or equivalent CMMS systems, with a strong commitment to safe work practices and continuous improvement.
- Current C Class Driver's Licence; High Risk Licences, Confined Space Entry and Working at Heights qualifications are highly regarded.
Your Work Environment
This role is based at Boddington Gold Mine and operates on an 8:6 dayshift-only roster. You will be part of a dedicated Wet Plant Mechanical Maintenance team supporting the site's milling and gold recovery circuits, working closely with Operations and Maintenance stakeholders to ensure safe, reliable and efficient plant performance. Village accommodation is available for the successful candidate.
Why Join Newmont
Boddington is one of the world's largest open-pit gold and copper operations and a leader in mining innovation, including the use of autonomous haulage technology. Working at Boddington means joining a high-performing team committed to safety, sustainability and continuous improvement.
Eligible employees may benefit from:
- Competitive salary and annual performance incentive opportunities.
- Modern camp accommodation and meals for rostered employees.
- Access to health, wellbeing and employee assistance programs.
- Ongoing learning, technical development and leadership training opportunities.
- Exposure to industry-leading mining technologies and large-scale operations.
- Career opportunities across Newmont's Australian, Papua New Guinean and global operations.
- The opportunity to be part of a workplace where safety, inclusion and growth are at the centre of everything we do.
Submit your application through our website quoting reference number <44369> before the advertised closing date: 26 October 2026
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