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About Us
Greatland is a leading new Australian Gold-Copper producer, having recently acquired the iconic Telfer mine and the world-class Havieron gold-copper project in the Paterson region in Western Australia. Greatland is listed on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market and is planning to list on the ASX in 2025.
As we continue to grow our business and team, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Field Technician to join our team on a Full Time, Permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in our journey to becoming a leading ASX gold-copper producer and contribute to our future success.
About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Geologist, this permanent, full-time FIFO role is an important part of our Geology team at Telfer Operations. This position is responsible for overseeing and supporting daily operations across the core yard and RC drilling activities, ensuring all tasks are carried out safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and compliance, the Senior Field Technician will lead and mentor field teams, coordinate logistics, assist with equipment upkeep, manage supplies, and maintain clear communication with the drilling team to keep operations running smoothly and on schedule.
Working on an 8 days on, 6 off from Perth , this position offers an excellent work-life balance, a competitive salary, and the opportunity to grow, develop new skills, and expand your experience in a dynamic mining environment.
As part of our gold-copper operation, you will have access to camp facilities, including a gym, swimming pool, driving range, movie room, and wet and dry mess facilities, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay while on shift.
You will be responsible for:
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Oversee safe handling, storage, and processing of core samples in the core yard
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Assist with the management of RC drilling operations and sampling activities
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Enforce safety standards and ensure compliance with all HSE regulations
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Lead, mentor, and supervise field assistants and junior crew members
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Assist with staff rostering and ensure adequate field team coverage
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Maintain and monitor drilling and core yard equipment; report faults promptly
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Manage inventory and order supplies for field and drilling operations
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Ensure quality standards are met in drilling and core processing activities
About You
You’re the kind of person who gets stuck in and gets things done – steady under pressure, hands-on, and always a few steps ahead. Whether it’s managing the core yard or keeping RC drilling on track, you know how to lead a team, work safely, and keep things moving without cutting corners. If you're ready to dig into a role with real responsibility and help take operations to Greatland levels, this could be the job for you.
In addition to these solid foundations, the ideal candidate will have:
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Proven experience in core yard operations and RC drilling
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Strong knowledge of drilling techniques, equipment, and safety protocols
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Experience supervising or leading field teams in a mining or drilling environment
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
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Great attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
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Understanding of environmental and safety regulations
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A valid C- Class driver’s licence and the ability to operate field vehicles
It would also be great if you bring:
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Strong team leadership with a focus on safety, development, and retention
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A commitment to quality control and maintaining sample integrity
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Reliability in meeting timelines and project milestones
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Clear and consistent communication and reporting
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A focus on managing operational costs and resources effectively
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Initiative and practical thinking when challenges arise
At Greatland, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that every recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotion decision is made based on individual merit. We do not discriminate on any grounds, and our goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals can thrive.
To find out more about our Company, please visit https://greatlandgold.com