AddressBellevue Gold Limited (ASX:BGL) is a high-grade gold mine in Western Australia. The Bellevue mine has a forecasted 10+ year mine life producing over 200,000 Au Ozs for the first five years of production. Construction of the mill has recently been completed, with first gold pour completed in CY Q4 2023.
Underground mining has occurred since late 2020 to establish multiple mining fronts that de-risks the project in advance of underground production. The operation is an industry stand out with strong financial and ESG metrics underpinned by the exceptional grade of the project.
The Bellevue Gold Project is located approximately 30km north of Leinster township and sits in a major gold and nickel producing district. The Company has a highly skilled management team with a track record of exploration success and development of major gold mines.
Bellevue Gold’s vision is to be a sustainable gold mining company that enriches our shareholders, community and people. The company strives to create a high-performance organization that delivers superior shareholder value, positive ESG outcomes and an environment for people to thrive.
The Mechanical Supervisor is responsible for the management of projects and maintenance work for all mechanical infrastructure outlined in their Areas of responsibilities, as well as the day-to-day performance of the team. This will require conducting work in accordance with company standards and core values whilst maintaining strict compliance with relevant legislative and statutory requirements. The roster for this role is on an 8/6 basis.
Your main duties and responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
- Supporting the Processing Department with mechanical technical support.
- Aiding the company to achieve mining and production targets through the completion of projects; this includes interpreting/implementing plans, drawings and schedules and systematically coordinating allotted resources to achieve planned outcomes.
- Assist technicians in the development of Work packs and JHA’s.
- Ensuring minimal disruption to production through the implementation of maintenance strategies for equipment and infrastructure.
- Ensuring contingency plans are in place to source external technical support and critical spares.
- Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements by ensuring all works performed are within relevant laws and regulations.
- Providing ongoing leadership and mentoring for the team.
- Ensuring the achievement of budgeted maintenance targets by applying effective preventative maintenance practices through scheduled inspections, adjustments, and timely repair of plant equipment.
- Demonstrating full compliance with the OHS and Environmental Management Systems by developing and participating in initiatives, toolbox meetings, investigations, training, assisting with the implementation/contributing to audits.
- Reporting all safety hazards, environmental hazards, incidents, damage, breakdowns and potential plant or equipment stoppages to a direct Supervisor.
- Completing all administrative processing requirements associated with maintenance duties, such as requisitioning of parts and materials, processing of maintenance orders, recording of labour time, etc.
Qualifications
- Mechanical Trade Qualification.
- Mechanical experience on a mine site and previous experience in a leadership role.
- Current “C” Class Western Australian Drivers Licence.
- WAH, Rigging, Dogging, and Confined Space (desirable).
Key Skills, Experience and Competencies
- Sound understanding of Fixed Plant maintenance & operations.
- High level of knowledge in statutory safety and environmental requirements relevant to plant maintenance and classified plant.
- Good level of knowledge in computer literacy, Pronto and MS Office.
- Solid awareness of Maintenance Management Systems and maintenance practices in a processing environment.
- Ability to plan and or anticipate likely scenarios as related to all key responsibility areas.
- Able to effectively allocate the organisation’s resources to achieve business requirements.
- Effective time management.
- Ability to develop appropriate action plans in order to respond to current and emerging issues.
- Good communication skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
- Awareness of the Mine Safety and Inspection Act & Regulations
BGL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and building an organisation which provides equal opportunities for all its employees with the objective of attracting, retaining, and developing a workforce that is representative of the wider community. Further to this, BGL regard engagement, communications, and consultation with the community in which we operate as a core principle to our business. Through our community investment program with local communities and the wider corporate sponsorship programs, Bellevue Gold aim to leave a lasting legacy of improved outcomes in the communities in which we operate.
