Operations Manager

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.

We are seeking an underground mining leader to step into the role of Mining Operations Manager at Beta Hunt.

This opportunity will appeal to either experienced contractor‑side Operations or Project Managers as well as proven underground leaders from a technical background who are ready to step up into broader operational accountability.

Offered on a four day on, three days off roster or  variant of 4:3 8:6 reporting to the Mining Manager, you will lead safety, production and cost performance across a complex underground environment.

This is a highly visible role requiring strong delivery discipline, leadership maturity and the ability to execute at scale. You will set the benchmark for safety and operational excellence, develop high-performing leaders and play a central role in delivering our mining plans.

The Role

With accountability across safety, production and operational performance, you will bring a delivery‑focused mindset to a flagship underground operation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Setting and leading safety standards across the underground operation
• Delivering underground production and project ramp‑ups at scale
• Driving measurable operational improvement through disciplined execution
• Exercising strong cost control and operational efficiency
• Managing workforce manning levels, rosters and production forecasts
• Leading and developing 7 direct reports (Alt, 4 x Supt and 2 x admin) and their teams
• Partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver site plans and strategic objectives
• Embedding organisational values while fostering a practical, high‑performance culture

About You

We are looking for leaders who consistently deliver results and are ready to take on greater scope, influence and accountability.

You may be:

• An experienced Operations Manager or Project Manager, or
• A proven Underground Manager / Superintendent with demonstrated readiness to step into a broader operational leadership role

You will bring:

• Extensive underground mining experience (target ~10 - 15 years)
• A people‑centred leadership style, with a focus on developing others
• Strong exposure to contractor delivery environments highly regarded, though not essential
• Demonstrated capability leading large underground teams and complex scopes of work
• A track record of delivering production, cost and safety improvements
• Sound understanding of underground mining best practice
• Credibility and presence to influence stakeholders and drive positive culture

The Westgold Offer:

A permanent full-time position at a successful gold producer

A range of benefits including:

• Performance based bonus

• Group salary continuous 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’s 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 [email protected]

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.