Westgold Resources Strengthens Leadership with Key Appointments

Two Senior Leaders to Drive Portfolio Growth and Operational Efficiency

PERTH,
Western Australia
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Oct. 15, 2024
/CNW/ –
Westgold Resources Limited
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has announced the appointment of Mr. Aaron Rankine as its new Chief Operating Officer, effective January 20, 2025.

Mr. Rankine boasts over 20 years of experience in the mining sector, having held significant roles both in Australia and abroad. His latest position was as General Manager – Operational Performance at Perenti Limited, a leading global mining contractor. He also served in senior roles at Barminco, including General Manager and Operations Manager.

With a Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) with Honours from the Western Australian School of Mines, a WA First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate, and an Executive MBA, Mr. Rankine is well-equipped to enhance Westgold’s operational strategy across its gold, copper, and nickel projects.

Expressing his enthusiasm, Mr. Rankine stated, “I chose to join Westgold because of the amazing platform built over many years by the dedicated people in the business. The recent acquisition of the Southern Goldfields assets presents a significant opportunity to create value.”

In addition, Mr. Jacob Mesiha, the acting Chief Operating Officer, has been promoted to the new position of General Manager Projects and Operational Readiness. In this role, he will oversee all major mine developments and capital projects in the Westgold portfolio.

Mr. Mesiha has been with Westgold for 13 years and has accumulated valuable operational experience through various management positions across different assets in the Murchison and Southern Goldfields regions.

Wayne Bramwell, Westgold Managing Director and CEO, commented:

“Westgold continues to enhance its leadership team to achieve our growth targets. These appointments strengthen our ability to manage our expanded asset portfolio and aim to reach a production level of 500 – 600,000 ounces of gold per annum by FY26/27.”

“We are pleased to have attracted a candidate of Mr. Rankine’s expertise, whose leadership in safety and operational performance will be crucial as we strive for greater productivity and efficiency.”

“We also congratulate Mr. Mesiha on his promotion, recognizing his 13 years of project knowledge, which will be vital for the timely and successful delivery of our planned growth and capital projects.”

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While the Company strives to identify factors that could lead to actual results differing from those anticipated, unpredicted events may still affect outcomes. Thus, readers should exercise caution when relying on forward-looking statements, which relate only to the date of their issue.

This announcement has been authorized for release to the ASX by the Board.

SOURCE Westgold Resources Limited

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