Underground Drill and Blast Technician

Job Category:
Mining, Resources and Energy

Bellevue Gold Limited (ASX:

BGL ) is a high-grade gold mine in Western Australia. The Bellevue mine has an estimated 10+ year mine life forecast to produce ~150,000 Au ounces in FY26.

Underground mining has occurred since late 2020 to establish multiple mining fronts that de-risks production with exploration potential expected to grow the current high-grade resource.

The Bellevue Gold Mine 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 has the ambitious goal of net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for the Bellevue Gold Project by 2026. This will be underpinned by a sector-leading renewable energy power station, with a forecast 70-80% renewable energy penetration rate.

Bellevue Gold’s vision is to be a sustainable gold mining company that creates value for shareholders, benefits local communities, and fosters a thriving workplace. The company is committed to building a high-performance organization that delivers superior shareholder returns, positive ESG outcomes. We seek to foster an energetic and collaborative work culture that attracts and retains exceptional employees.

Bellevue Gold is seeking an
Underground
Drill and Blast Technician to support our Production Engineering team in delivering safe, practical and high-quality drill, blast and production outcomes.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in underground mining, with strong on-the-job learning and exposure to how production plans are designed and executed. The role is site based on an 8 days-on-6-days-off roster, working in the Technical Service Department and reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer. Work time is divided between the office and underground where you are required to assist in conducting inspections to validate plans and support safe execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Support drill, blast and production plan design
• Liaise with operators, engineers and contractors to ensure plans are practical
• Conduct underground inspections and task observations
• Assist with QA/QC monitoring, troubleshooting and stope reconciliation
• Maintain high-quality underground performance data
• Assist in delivering improvement initiatives to enhance safety and efficiency

About You

You are detail-oriented, safety-focused, and enjoy working with people. This role may suit:

• Underground operators or technicians moving into Technical Services
• Candidates from heavy industry/resources looking to enter underground mining
• Entry-level applicants with a strong interest in mining and willingness to learn
• Or just looking for a career change.

What We Offer

• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Comprehensive on-the-job training in an enjoyable workplace
• Career development and progression opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful impact every day
• Potential pathway to a Production or other Engineering role.

Requirements

• Excellent attitude, ability to take on positive feedback and embrace challenge.
• Strong communication, relationship-building skills and a team player.
• Commitment to safe production
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word and Outlook
• Current Driver’s Licence
• Ability to obtain a National Police Clearance

If you don’t meet every requirement but have the right attitude and motivation, we encourage you to apply.

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.