2023 Cadia Apprentice Program

Newcrest Apprentice Program – 2023

It’s an exciting time to be a part of Newcrest’s journey as one of Australia’s leading gold mining companies. Alongside our current successful mine production activities, we’re building our panel caving expansion works to extend our vision of a 50-year mine life for Cadia.

• Kick start your mining career, commencing in January 2023
• Exciting four-year opportunity with Australia’s largest gold miner
• Residential opportunity based in Orange, NSW

Challenge yourself

It’s an exciting time to be a part of Newcrest’s journey as one of Australia’s leading gold mining companies. Alongside our current successful mine production activities, we’re building our panel caving expansion works to extend our vision of a 50-year mine life for Cadia.

Supporting you along your Apprenticeship, will be a community of like-minded leaders and friendly team members who value early career development, and provide personal and professional guidance across your journey. With exposure to technical experts, you will gain valuable knowledge and life skills.

Operations near and far

Located three hours’ drive from Sydney, NSW, our Cadia Valley Operations is a short 25-minute drive outside of the regional centre of Orange. Offering employees and their families a unique residential mining lifestyle. Cadia gives you exposure to first class mining techniques and methods including the development of Australia’s largest block cave.

What we offer

• 4-year Nationally recognised trade qualification
• Tool kit
• Uniforms/PPE
• Accommodation for those travelling for Tafe
• Comprehensive training plan
• Excellent opportunities to develop your skills whilst on the job
• Experience in both surface and underground mining operations
• A great start to your career in mining in a global company

Our People are at the heart of everything that we do.  We’re committed to creating inclusive workplaces that nurture diversity and support our people to thrive. Keeping our people safe and healthy is core to who we are. We are committed to the safety, health and wellbeing of our employees.

As an Apprentice you will undertake a 4-year training program on a fixed-term contract, to further develop your trade skillset across one of the below areas:

• UEE30811 - Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician (Electrical)
• MEM30319 – Fabrication and MEM30219 - Engineering mechanical trade (Fitting and Machining)
• AUR31212 - Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Heavy Vehicle – Mobile Fleet)
• AUR30316 - Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology (Auto Electrical)
• UEE30911 - Certificate III in Electronics and Communications (Technology & Innovation)
• MEM30305 - Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaker)

We are seeking individuals with the following:

• Applications open to both Junior and Adult (21+) candidates
• Must be located in NSW (If you are not residing in Orange, you will be required to relocate to Orange, NSW, or surrounding areas. Please note there will be no relocation assistance available).
• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
• Enthusiasm, motivation and a positive attitude
• Commitment to undertake four years of study and training
• Ability to work well in a team environment with excellent communication skills

Recruitment Process Next Steps:

For those successful with your application, you will be required to:

• Record a short mandatory online video interview (You will be sent the link).
• Attend an Online Apprentice Information Session being held on Thursday 20 October 2022 (You will be sent the details via email and hold the responsibility to ensure to have access a Computer/Laptop, internet access with the ability to use audio and video during this session).
• If successful, you will then be required to attend an Assessment Centre in Orange on the Week Commencing 24 October 2022 (You will be sent the invitation prior to the assessment centre).

If you are interested, please click apply and attach you resume and cover letter with the application form.    

APPLICATIONS CLOSE at 11:55pm on Sunday 2^nd October 2022.

Please note pre-employment police, reference and medical checks will be conducted for all successful applicants.

If you have any questions, please email our Early Careers inbox on gradsandvacs@newcrest.com.au (For queries only, no applications will be accepted via this inbox).