Recruitment process

The Argyle Diamond Mine aims to become recognised as a preferred employer within nearby communities in the East Kimberley region of Western Australia. We also aim to select first class people whose values and beliefs align with those established for our business.

Consistent with our commitment to the communities close to where we operate, when recruiting for roles based in Kununurra or at our mine site, and subject to candidate suitability, preference is given to East Kimberley residents. However we are now employing people from all over the Kimberley including Broome and Derby for some roles.

To help you understand our recruitment process and to ensure you know what to expect, here is an outline of the typical stages that a successful applicant will progress through.

Application

Please send your cover letter and resume to recruitment2@riotinto.com If you are responding to a particular vacancy from any of our advertisements please state clearly which position you are applying for and the date of your application. Alternatively, application forms can be obtained from Argyle House – Kununurra.

Acknowledgement of application

Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an email to acknowledge receipt of your application. This will confirm that your application has reached us.

Interviews

Based on the information you have provided in your application you may be invited to attend an interview. The interview will typically comprise a panel of three, with representation from the department that the role is in and Human Resources. You will be asked questions about your skills and experience and how these relate to the role you have applied for.

Security clearance

It is a condition of employment with Argyle that you complete and pass a federal security clearance. Completion of the security clearance consent form will typically happen at or following the interview stage.

Additional assessments

For some specific roles, additional forms of assessment may be undertaken. Details of these will be explained to all applicants at the interview stage. These assessments provide us with additional information about your skills and abilities.

Pre employment medical

All applicants are asked to undertake a pre-employment medical as one of the last stages of our recruitment process.

Offer of a position with the Argyle Diamond Mine

If successful you will be offered the opportunity to join our team. This offer will be typically made by phone and confirmed in writing.

Relocation

If you are not already an East Kimberley resident, the relocation package relevant to your appointment will be explained to you when you are made an offer of employment with the Argyle Diamond Mine.