Instrumentation Technician jobs in Western Australia

About us

AngloGold Ashanti is one of the world's largest gold producers with operations and projects spanning across four continents. Our globally diverse, world-class portfolio is supported by focused exploration in the established and new gold producing regions of the world. We offer a working environment that allows every employee to contribute, learn and flourish.

In Australia we own and manage the Sunrise Dam Gold Mine, and the Tropicana Gold Mine (70% AGA owned 30% Regis Resources). These are two of Western Australia’s premier gold operations, with ongoing investment and exploration taking place across both open pit and underground operations at each site.

The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Instrumentation Technician to join our processing team on a full time permanent basis.

Accountable to the Senior Production Metallurgist, this role is responsible for servicing, repairing and optimising the processing plant instruments.

This role is based at our Tropicana Gold Mine - FIFO 8/6 from Perth or Kalgoorlie.

The key accountabilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Maintaining, servicing and calibrating plant instruments
• Troubleshooting and optimisation of instruments
• Developing and optimising instrument PM schedules
• Making recommendations for trialling new instruments
• Providing relief assistance in the gold room
• Technical support for Processing department

About you:

• Minimum restricted Electrical licence
• Certificate III or IV – instrumentation and Control
• Have previous experience and an understanding of a highly automated plant
• Experience with Allen Bradley and CITECT
• Be self-motivated and enjoy troubleshooting
• WA C class driver's licence
• Existing and ongoing permanent work rights in Australia (Mandatory)
• A National Police Clearance

Culture and benefits

Belong at AngloGold Ashanti Australia and make gold a part of your story. A story of exploring, mining, and processing one of the world’s most sought-after precious metals.

What we do goes beyond mining. We support the communities in which we operate, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Come and be part of our team — a team committed to building a better future. Be known. Be valued. Be recognised.

We foster a workplace built on dignity and respect. We offer challenging work, competitive pay that’s regularly reviewed, and opportunities for career growth. At AGAA, learning is a shared responsibility, and your development matters to us. Your benefits will include:

• Top Tier Gold Cover Private Health Insurance for you and your family (fully paid)
• Attractive Annual Bonus
• FIFO Allowance
• Opportunity to work for an endorsed WORK180, and an accredited Menopause Friendly employer
• 26 weeks primary and 8 weeks secondary paid Parental Leave
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities and further study assistance
• Active committees driving a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
• Giving back to your community with Volunteering Leave
• Salary sacrifice and Novated Lease options