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    3.0
    Exploration
    Apr 2026
    Perth WA 60006 to 7 years in the role, former employee
    IGO has lost its way, prioritising incentives over culture and strategy, eroding performance
    The good thingsPre-2024 (when things were proactive), I loved the culture of the company, the growth mindset and ability to do what they say they were going to do.
    The challengesSignificant organisational change and instability - Since early 2024, the company has undergone major restructuring, cost pressures and strategic shifts. This has created uncertainty across teams and impacted morale, with employees navigating constant change and unclear direction. There has been a significant shift in leadership style compared to earlier years, and without a clear reset of identity, this has contributed to a decline in culture. There has been a noticeable shift toward a more-male led environment, with female attrition increasing despite competitive benefits. Decision-making is purely top-down, with reduced psychological safety and limited openness to challenge. IGO has lost its way - focusing on retaining people through benefits and empty promises that "things are coming", rather than rebuilding culture and clear strategic direction (rather than financial) which ultimately diminishes both employee engagement and the company itself.
    1.0
    Electrician
    Oct 2025
    Leinster WA 64372 to 3 years in the role, former employee
    PURPLE CIRCLE. Worst redundancy and transition into care and maintenace ever. Joints cooked
    The good thingsGood bunch of lads, Airport
    The challengesManagement, Food, Camp.
    2 people found this helpful
    4.0
    Field Services
    Apr 2025
    Perth WA 60004 to 5 years in the role, former employee
    Glad I worked there, wouldn't go back now, they're a shell of the glorious company it used to be.
    The good thingsWhen I first started, IGO was a brave and progressive company. The land holding was significant and the people were courageous and adventurous. We had plenty of money to invest in best practice exploration.
    The challengesUnfortunately once the GM Peter passed that signaled the gradual downfall of the company. A poor decision to acquire Western Areas was the beginning of it and things got worse from there. I witnessed the WORST redundancy process that dragged out for months, the psychosocial harm done was massive
    2 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Manager
    Mar 2025
    Perth WA 60005 to 6 years in the role, current employee
    Ivory tower leaders reacting and winging it, whilst creating a blame culture.
    The good thingsPeople that joined when culture was good make for great colleagues.
    The challengesInexperienced leadership, bizarre and constantly flipflopping decisions, can no longer recognize talent, unethical practices, total erosion of culture.
    3 people found this helpful
    3.0
    Manager
    Mar 2025
    South Perth WA 61513 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    Get your money, training opportunities and run.
    The good thingsGreat people to work with (excluding executives). Competitive salary, good health insurance and share options. Flexible work from home options and development opportunities.
    The challengesSenior leaders and executives failure to communicate changes and fail to listen to employees who conduct the work necessary to operations. Most executives only have commercial/financial background - hard to see a bright future for this company. Horrific redundancy/restructure procress implemented.
    2 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Advisor
    Jan 2025
    All Perth WA3 to 4 years in the role, former employee
    Being made redundant was a blessing in disguise.
    The good thingsSite based workers having a level headed approach to work. Food is good, but depends on the site and whether or not you are working reginonally. Health insurance, however this is standard across industry.
    The challengesCorporate management lacking mining experience and unable to apply the necessary processes to run a mine efficiently. Executives unable to provide clear guidance or direction for future progression and development of the company. Corporate management turning a blind eye to advice given by those on ground, working in the mine.
    2 people found this helpful
    2.0
    Mechanical Technician
    Nov 2024
    Fraser Range WA 64433 to 4 years in the role
    It was the best mining company to work for in Australia, sadly no longer the case
    The good thingsThe team, the culture, permanent camp room with no back 2 back occupancy.
    The challengesAn incredible culture being dismantled in favour of more business friendly approach. Jobs culled. Mine closures. Lack of transparency from corporate. Flights to Perth delayed more often than not. Camp food below average. No salary increases in 3 years.
    1 person found this helpful
    1.0
    Technical Services Officer
    Feb 2024
    Perth WA 60003 to 4 years in the role, former employee
    Frustrating
    The good thingsGood people to work with
    The challengesNo support from senior management
    2 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Professional Officer
    Sep 2023
    Forrestania WA 63591 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    IGO are a great friendly and inclusive company to work for and treat their employees really well.
    The good thingsA great company to work for, lots of training to be done to enhance skills and knowledge.
    The challengesSometimes they are slow to share information from corporate.
    5.0
    Talent Acquisition Adviser
    Feb 2023
    A place that truly values their people, flexibility and making a difference.
    The good thingsIGO lives and breathes their values. The people, variety of work, development opportunities, our employee benefits and flexibility are amazing. It's also a great feeling to be part of a company creating a better planet for our future.
    The challengesWe are growing and it can be a busy environment at times, however, I see this as an opportunity to thrive in your career as you are constantly learning and there is a variety of work. Plus, the flexibility and team environment here supports you to manage your time.
    5.0
    Vacation Student
    Feb 2023
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    IGO provided me a bridge between my University life to a career in my work of study. They provide highly professional training and support for you to not only learn and grow in your role, but make sure you're comfortable and happy while working with them. I really enjoyed the experience working for the company, and it has set a high bar for other companies what I expect in a career.
    The good thingsIGO provides endless amounts of opportunities to learn and experience different angles of the business. The IGO people are amazing and approachable, they provide a safe space and a friendly environment to work.
    The challengesThe company is always growing, which can be exciting because you have responsibility and your work is meaningful. Yet, it can also be difficult to balance through periods of high workloads. Staying on top of deadlines, and leaning to prioritise is important for managing the workload.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Communications Officer
    Feb 2023
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Part of a company that truly wants to make a difference for future generations. The focus on clean energy is at the core of everything that we do.
    The good thingsFlexibility is amazing, IGO really support the work/life balance and allow flexible working arrangements. They care about their staff and there are a lot of employee benefits to enjoy.
    The challengesIt is hard to list any challenges, it has been a positive experience for me.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Communications and Marketing Manager
    Jan 2023
    3 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    A flexible work environment means I'm able to balance work and family life.
    The good thingsThe people, values, flexibility and development opportunities are great and IGO walks the talk in Making a Difference.
    The challengesIt is a busy place and getting the right balance of resourcing versus workload can be challenging. Prioritising workload is key in this environment.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Talent Acquisition Advisor
    Jan 2023
    1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    IGO is the best place I have ever worked.
    The good thingsThe people, the opportunities and the benefits. Loving the employee Health Insurance Scheme.
    The challengesIGO are growing so work load and resourcing has been a challenge but, I also see this as an opportunity to learn.
    2 people found this helpful
    1.0
    Geologist
    Nov 2022
    3 to 4 years in the role
    Good to get training from those around you in early career. Otherwise not reccomended.
    The good thingsGreat people around you, sadly unrealised and underutilised
    The challengesHighly dysfunctional senior management only concerned about managing upwards.
    1 person found this helpful
    3.0
    Geologist
    Nov 2022
    1 to 2 years in the role
    Geologist
    The good thingsThe people in levels lower than management
    The challengesManagement and demands to work above and beyond reasonable expectations.
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Exploration OHS
    Mar 2022
    1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    A fantastic place to work- a company that genuinely cares for its people.
    The good thingsIGO is the best company I have worked for by far. The support and development opportunities I've received in my graduate program (both working at the mine site and in exploration) and beyond have been excellent. The company fosters a really caring, inclusive and fun culture, from senior management down to front line workers. Job perks (e.g., health insurance, paid volunteering days, social events) are also fantastic.
    The challengesIGO is a busy company- there is always lots happening- which can be stressful and challenging at times.
    4 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Senior Project Manager
    Mar 2022
    5 to 6 years in the role, current employee
    One of the best collaborative and inclusive Companies I've worked for with excellent succession planning and career opportunities.
    The good thingsTransformational and industry leader in championing green energy metals. Amazing in-house expertise and projects.
    The challengesMeeting the demand for battery metals!!!!
    3 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Exploration Field Assistant
    Mar 2022
    3 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    Exploration is like being paid to go Camping with all the best gear
    The good thingsGreat variety of Exploration locations all over Australia
    The challengesFast growing team and projects
    4 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Exploration
    Mar 2022
    1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    A great place to work and a company that cares for their people.
    The good thingsIGO is all about the people, work and life balance and rewarding for effort. From the CEO down everyone is treated equal and has a say in how to keep improving IGO as business and an employer of choice.
    The challengesIGO Is a very ambitious company and a busy place to work, with projects all over australia it can be challenging.
    4 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Talent Advisor
    Oct 2021
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Fantastic team culture, excellent remuneration and benefits; a company that truly cares.
    The good thingsExcellent remuneration, benefits and team culture. Very focussed on developing their people.
    The challengesBusy role but the work is interesting.
    3 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Underground Bogger Operator
    Feb 2021
    5 to 6 years in the role, former employee
    One of the best owner operator I've worked for.
    The good thingsThey took on entry level operators. I got all my underground experience and skills through this company.
    The challengesCharge-up were solo operators.
    2 people found this helpful
    4.0
    NA
    Mar 2020
    one of the better places worked in the last 15 years
    The good thingsgenuine care for their employees
    The challengeslimited opportunity for some roles based on the size of the company
    2 people found this helpful
    2.0
    Field Assistant
    Feb 2020
    1 to 2 years in the role
    You'll be just a number
    The good thingsThe exploration field crew was awesome, accommodation was good, but some crews are going back to use tents this field season.
    The challengesNo benefits if you're Kalgoorlie based, high staff turnover, very poor planning, noticed a lot that management and supervisors are hiding in Perth office monitoring field crews inReach activity
    4 people found this helpful
    2.0
    Geologist
    Nov 2019
    All Australia
    Terrible and wouldn't work there again at any price
    The good thingsGood pay but not much else good to say about them
    The challengesRefused ongoing education to upskill Pigeon holed Undermined Lack of manager support
    5 people found this helpful
    3.0
    Fixed Plant Fitter
    May 2019
    7 to 8 years in the role, former employee
    Different
    The good thingsImmediate Work colleges
    The challengesDealing with constant staff turnover
    2 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Electrical Supervisor
    Nov 2018
    3 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    Having the right people with the right attitude and demonstrating the best of values.
    The good thingsGreat culture, vision, future, and people.
    The challengesInter-departmental relationships.
    2 people found this helpful
    5.0
    Analyst
    Oct 2018
    3 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    Forward looking company with a vibrant team environment and offering interesting work, good pay and perks
    The good thingsThe working environment, the people, career progression, pay, perks
    The challengesCommunication at times coming from sites
    2 people found this helpful
    4.0
    Maintenance
    Jul 2018
    3 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    Great company and a supportive management team
    The good thingsSupport from line management and board
    The challengesCommunication at time from the company has been poor, they are working on this and i believe they will become an employer of choice
    1 person found this helpful
    5.0
    Exploration Geologist
    Jul 2018
    Less than 1 year in the role, current employee
    Fantastic people, great development opportunities and an awesome culture that is only getting better
    The good thingsWorking for a company with an evolving culture that is focused on empowering people to grow and excel. The exploration team is fantastic and we are completely supported with everything, which is critical to delivering that next discovery! Senior management are great and are very supportive when it comes to people and projects.
    The challengesThings are generally flat out within the exploration group during the field season so time management and prioritisation are very important. Juggling a lot of different tasks can get very tiring.
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