Technician, Mechanical

Location
Boddington
Workplace
On-site

About this role

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

You will support safe and reliable gold processing operations by maintaining critical fixed-plant assets to help achieve milling production targets of 41MTPA. Working within a large processing environment, you’ll play a key role in equipment reliability, plant availability, and continuous improvement - directly contributing to safe production outcomes.

As part of our team you will

  • Monitor, repair, and maintain equipment across a large fixed-plant processing environment
  • Complete preventative maintenance inspections across all plant areas
  • Perform mechanical maintenance activities within:
    • Ball Milling
    • Screening
    • Floatation
    • Filtering
    • Reagents
    • Carbon in Leach (CIL) Circuit
    • Carbon Regeneration
    • Elution
    • Water services
  • Operate plant equipment including EWP, forklift, overhead crane, dogging, basic rigging
  • Work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams to support safe milling targets
  • Ensure all work is completed in line with safety, environmental, and statutory requirements
  • Use CMMS systems (SAP preferred) to record maintenance activities and support planning

Prerequisites for your success in the role

  • Mechanical Fitting or Fabrication Trade Certificate with strong mechanical aptitude
  • Minimum 2 years’ maintenance experience in a large process plant environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to work effectively within a team
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Exposure to CMMS systems (SAP preferred)
  • Sound knowledge of mining safety and environmental regulations
  • High Risk Licences (forklift, EWP, dogging/rigging – preferred)
  • Confined Space Entry and Working at Heights (preferred)
  • Current C Class Driver’s Licence

Your work environment

This role is based at Boddington Gold Mine and operates on an 8:6 roster, providing a balanced lifestyle while working within a large-scale fixed plant processing operation. You will be part of a high-performing maintenance team supporting a complex gold processing environment that prioritises safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Village accommodation is available for the ideal 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 <43369> before the advertised closing date: 24 September 2026

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.

Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont


Hear from our people: Life at Newmont

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Top Benefits

  • Village accommodation
  • Balanced lifestyle roster
  • Career advancement opportunities