Construction assistant
Stawell Gold Mine

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact CGLLEN for specific details on how to apply at swl@cgllen.org.au or 5352 3266.
Stawell Gold Mines is located approximately 240 km northwest of Melbourne, 70 km southeast of Horsham and 2 km east of the Stawell CBD. All surface and underground infrastructure associated with the site’s operations are located within the MIN5260 lease area. Stawell Gold Mines has operated at its current location since 1981, which has involved the progressive mining of gold in a series of open pits and extensive underground workings. The surface operations are situated adjacent to the eastern boundary of the Stawell Township and encompass an approximate area of 380 ha. The site’s underground workings extend from the Magdala portal in a north-westerly direction underneath Stawell township.

Health and Safety Officer Assistant:
This placement provides students with hands-on experience in the field of health and safety. Working under the guidance of qualified Health and Safety Officers, the student will gain insight into how an organisation maintains compliance with health and safety laws, protect employee well-being, and promote safe working environments. If you are motivated and enthusiastic about learning from highly skilled staff, please talk to your careers teacher today about how to apply.

Skills You Might Learn

Skills you may learn:

- Communication
- Identify hazards
- Risk assessment
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Organisational skills

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students may assist or observe trained staff with the following activities:

- Maintaining Records: Supporting the maintenance of accurate health and safety records, such as training logs, inspection checklists, and incident reports.
- Use of Safety Equipment: Learning how to properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) and understanding its importance.
- Risk Assessments: Assisting in identifying potential hazards in the workplace and contributing to the development of risk assessments.
- Promotional Activities: Contributing to campaigns or initiatives that promote health, safety, and well-being within the organisation.

Student Requirements

The following requirements must be met:

- Students need to have a strong sense of responsibility
- Students enjoy problem solving
- Students work well with others
- Students must be willing to adapt
- Students must be completing a related subject or have displayed an interest in the area

Dress Requirements

Dress requirements will be discussed with the successful student prior to commencement. Appropriate PPE must be worn in accordance with Workplace Health and Safety policy and procedure. Wear workwear that is comfortable and practical for work in a workshop- closed in toe and heel shoes/steel capped work boots.

Special Transport Requirements

The student or the parent/guardian (where the student is under 18 years of age) is responsible for the student’s transport to and from the workplace. If it is proposed that the student may need to undertake vehicle travel with their employer and/or supervisor during the arrangement (including transporting the student to and/or from the workplace), the employer must complete the Work Experience Travel and Accommodation Form. The student or the parent/guardian (where the student is under 18 years of age) must give their consent by also completing this form. If transport is presenting a problem, please contact CGLLEN to discuss available options and support that can be provided. Email: SWL@cgllen.org.au Phone: 03 5352 3266.