Gold Room Operator
- Operate gold recovery circuits and ensure optimal performance.
- Conduct smelting and refining operations for doré dispatch.
- Monitor equipment and report faults to maintenance team.
- Permanent fulltime opportunity
- Short 1 hour flight from Perth - collect Virign Frequent Flyer points
- Base salary + Superannuation - fortnightly pay
A great time to join out King of the Hills team as a Gold Room Operator.
Vault Minerals Limited is a leading intermediate gold producer listed on the ASX, with a diversified portfolio of operating assets across Western Australia and Canada. Formerly known as Red 5 Limited, the company rebranded to Vault Minerals in September 2024 to reflect its scale, strength, and growth ambitions.
King of the Hills (KOTH) is the flagship operation of Vault Minerals Limited and one of the largest gold mines in Australia. After significant expansion, KOTH now features a 5.2 million tonne per annum (Mtpa) processing plant, providing a solid platform for long-term production growth. This dynamic operation combines open-pit and underground mining, with exciting exploration activities driving the future. KOTH is located approximately 900 km northeast of Perth and 25 km north of Leonora, within the Goldfields Region of Western Australia.
Reporting to Processing Superintendent, the Gold Room Technician is responsible for essential tasks involving the gold recovery circuits (Gravity, intensive leaching and Electrowinning) and the smelting and shipping of doré. Ensure set work priorities are conducted to minimise interruptions to the process using risk management strategies while delivering production targets and KPI’s for Vault Minerals (VAU).
This position will be offered on a 15:13 Roster FIFO roster from Perth.
Key responsibilities of this role will include:
- Operate plant to its optimum performance level in particular the Knelson Concentrators, Acacia reactor and Electrowinning cells.
- Monitoring and adjust operating variables and equipment during each shift, and in conjunction with Metallurgist advice as required.
- Conduct smelting and refining operations to ensure the timely dispatch of doré.
- Conduct low level maintenance activities effectively and efficiently.
- Assist maintenance personnel when needed to ensure maintenance activities are carried out.
- Actively monitor problem areas, rectify the process and report all electrical & mechanical faults and breakdowns to the Maintenance team.
- Operate reagent and equipment within set parameter ranges for optimal performance and cost-effective production needs.
- Conduct all monthly, weekly and daily inspections as required.
- Complete and submit comprehensive reports.
- Abide by and proactively comply with Company policies, procedures, guidelines and systems, as well as all relevant legislation.
- Ensure all shift log sheets, checklists, shift diaries and safety and environmental meetings are recorded.
About You
- Previous experience in gold recovery circuits (Gravity, intensive leaching and Electrowinning) and the smelting and shipping of doré.
- A strong working knowledge of gold processing environment and security requirements.
- Previous experience as a Gold Room Technician, with the ability to mentor and train.
- Hold a valid WA Driver’s License (Manual C Class)
- Possess a High-risk work license for Forklift, Confined Space and Work at Heights qualification
- Working knowledge of the WA Mines Safety and Inspection Act and Regulations
- Excellent communication and Time management skills.
- Previous experience operating loaders, skid steers, and excavators, and hold all necessary nationally recognized certifications.
Our Recruitment Process
As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.
If you would like to join us on our growth journey, please apply now.
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