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Underground Shift Supervisor | 8:6 7:7 FIFO from PERTH
AI Summary
Leads and coordinates an underground mining crew of up to 20 people to achieve safe, productive outcomes while serving as the Statutory Appointed Underground Shift Supervisor.
About this role
About Catalyst Metals
Catalyst Metals Limited owns and operates the Plutonic Gold Mine, located in the Eastern Gascoyne region of Western Australia. The operation continues to expand underground, with several mining areas successfully transitioning from development into production.
Catalyst is committed to building a sustainable, long-life gold business, underpinned by disciplined technical planning, operational excellence, and a focus on continuous improvement. This is underpinned by our Plutonic Belt Reserve of 2Moz 3 operating mines, and several mines that will commence over the coming year. This Reserve paves the way for our Organic Growth plan, to produce 200koz per annum over 10 years.
Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: CYL), Catalyst Metals is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
About the Role
With more than 10 years of mine life ahead of us, there’s never been a better time to join our underground team. Reporting to the Mine Foreman, this is an opportunity to be involved and help drive improvements to our owner-operator Mines. We take pride in the ground we work in – competent rock, a strong safety culture and a modern Sandvik fleet that sets you up for success.
As we grow across the belt, our satellite operations are creating opportunities for exposure to different ore bodies and mining environments, including upcoming narrow vein and paste-fill operations. This provides variety in your day-to-day work and the chance to broaden your underground capability across multiple styles of mining
As a Mining Supervisor, you'll play a key role in leading crews, delivering safe and productive outcomes, and supporting the continued growth of our underground operations. You'll have the opportunity to influence how we operate, mentor and develop team members and help build capable, high-performing crews. Backed by long-term job security and genuine progression pathways, this is an opportunity to develop your leadership capability within a growing Australian gold producer.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
• Set and uphold a high standard of work with strong safety leadership
• Promote, uphold and maintain a strong safety culture across all Underground Activities and workgroups
• Lead and co-ordinate your crew of up to 20 people to safety achieve production targets
• Fulfil responsibilities as the Statutory Appointed Underground Shift Supervsior in accordance with legislative requirements
• Ensure compliance with mining plans, site procedures and legislative requirements
• Support, mentor and develop our underground operators and team members
• Collaborate with Technical Services to help identify and seek improvements to how we mine
• Work collaboratively with Technical Services, Maintenance and other key stakeholders
• Drive accountability, performance and continuous improvement within your team
• Demonstrate visible safety leadership by fostering workforce engagement, proactively managing risk and promoting a strong safety culture
Benefits
About you
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
• WA Underground Supervisor's Certificate of Competency (Section 26 Statutory Qualification)
• Sound knowledge of the Mine Safety and Inspection Act and Regulations
• Current "C" Class Western Australian Drivers Licence
• First Aid Certificate
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to engage across all levels
• Current Dangerous Goods Security Card (DGSC)
• The ability to obtain a National Police Clearance
• Previous experience in remnant underground mining will be held in high regard
• Significant underground mining experience, with proven leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement
Why Catalyst?
FIFO isn’t for everyone — it requires commitment and time away from home. That’s why we place strong emphasis on creating a supportive team culture, approachable leadership and an environment where people work hard, back each other in, and still find time to have a laugh and enjoy what site has to offer.
We offer:
• 8:6 7:7 roster promoting genuine work-life balance
• Health insurance eligibility
• Salary sacrifice options including novated leasing, airport parking and more
• Short, walkable commute from camp to site with your own permanent room
• Exposure to a growing and expanding underground operation
• Opportunity to contribute beyond your core role and influence how we operate
• Supportive and collaborative site leadership team
• Ongoing development and internal progression opportunities
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Applications are currently being accepted, so apply now.
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