Jobs in Kalgoorlie

Kalgoorlie has been Australia's gold capital for more than 130 years, and mining continues to define the city's employment character. The Super Pit, one of the largest open cut gold mines in the world, is operated by KCGM and employs a large permanent and contractor workforce across drilling, blasting, processing, maintenance, engineering and operations. A cluster of underground and open cut mines across the broader Eastern Goldfields region generates further demand for trades, heavy equipment operators and technical roles, many of which are based in Kalgoorlie and involve rosters to outlying sites. The average wages in Kalgoorlie's resources sector sit well above national averages, making it a financially compelling destination for qualified tradespeople and mining professionals.

Beyond mining, Kalgoorlie's role as the regional capital of the Goldfields means it carries substantial healthcare, education, retail and government services employment. WA Country Health Service, the Eastern Goldfields Regional Prison, Central Regional TAFE and various state government agencies are significant employers. The Kalgoorlie-Boulder city centre and Hannans North Mall provide retail and hospitality employment. For Jobseekers weighing Kalgoorlie, the city offers competitive salaries that reflect its remote classification, a genuine community lifestyle and a job market that rewards practical skills.