Barto Gold is an Australian Gold explorer, developer, and producer who has been operating since 2009 and is focused on gold exploration and production in Western Australia. The operation consists of a 1.8Mtpa processing plant, one active underground mine, two active open pits, with new mines started in 2024 as part of the companies 5-year plan and a vision to reach 150,000oz/pa by 2028.

This is an exciting time to join the company as we pave the way for future growth. This will be a permanent role on 2 weeks on 2 weeks off roster, BIBO from Perth or DIDO option available.

 

About the role

An opportunity exists at Southern Cross Operations for a Shotfirer with a proactive attitude, strong work ethic and teamwork skills. Reporting to the Shift Boss, you will be responsible for:

  • Charging development headings and production stopes.
  • Safe and efficient handling, transport and storage of explosives and blasting agents
  • Ensure compliance and implementation of site blasting and evacuation procedures
  • Working collaboratively and efficiently within a team to ensure production targets are met in a timely manner
  • Additional tasks as and when required by the Underground Shift Boss

 

Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years experience in the mining industry as Charge up and flexible to complete tasks in other areas of the mine
  • 2 years underground charge up experience
  • Demonstrated awareness of the Work Health and Safety Act demonstrating a commitment to health and safety practices in the workplace

 

Qualifications:

  • Hold a current Dangerous Goods Security Card or willing to apply for one
  • Working at Heights ticket
  • Shotfirer's ticket
  • Minimum "C" class unencumbered drivers licence.

 

Culture & Benefits:

If you are ready to step up to the challenges of this role, it can lead to greater opportunities for career growth and progression. With a competitive remuneration package and a challenging work environment with a growing vibrant company where your skills really can make a difference, this is a great opportunity to join this high-performing, close-knit Maintenance team and play a role in developing a culture of excellence that motivates those around you.

  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Attractive Bonus Schemes
    • Site Bonus
    • Discretionary Bonus
    • Business Improvement Bonus

You must have a current WA driver's licence and be able to pass pre-employment checks including a full medical, drug, and alcohol testing, and a police clearance.

Candidates must have the right to reside and work in Australia.