_{19th February, 2026}

ETA is currently recruiting experienced Process Operators and Gold Room Operators for a modern gold processing facility in the Pilbara.
  
These positions will play a key role in commissioning, plant optimisation and steady-state production. The successful applicant will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the processing plant across crushing, grinding, gravity, leach, adsorption, elution and TSF circuits, including start-ups, shutdowns, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance identification and continuous improvement. Gold Room Operators will support safe gold room operations, including electrowinning and bullion handling where required.
  
What's in it for you?

• 2:1 rostered work FIFO from Perth
• 12 hour paid shifts
• Weekly Pay - Every Friday
• Contract opportunity supporting commissioning and ramp-up
• $60 - $70hr (Potential for Full Time)
• Work on a well-supported Gold Mine site with established new infrastructure

What is needed to be considered?

• Experience in gold processing operations (or gold room operations for Gold Room Operators)
• Experience across crushing, grinding, gravity, leach, adsorption and TSF operations
• Elution circuit experience
• Plant start-ups, shutdowns and troubleshooting experience
• WA C Class Driver’s Licence
• Confined Space, Gas Testing and Working at Heights tickets
• Basic computer literacy (production logs and reporting)
• Strong safety mindset and team-first attitude
• Australian Working Rights
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical with D&A assessment

  
Desirable (not essential)

• Gold Room experience
• Experience with process control / SCADA systems (e.g. Citect)
• Mobile Operating Tickets

  
Why work for Engineering Trades Australia?

We are a national workforce specialist offering multiple FIFO opportunities to suit your experience. Dealing with WA’s largest mining clients, we can offer you the opportunity to get a foot in the door to gain the experience you need to forward your operating/technician career. 
  
How do you apply?

Good question! Simply click the ‘Apply’ function, you can send your resume to Owen at owen.williams@etagroup.com.au or call 0410 432 569 for a confidential chat on how ETA can help you find a role!

Only those with full Australian working rights will be shortlisted for the above role!

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