Job Description

• Lead a high‑impact underground operation where your expertise directly shapes the future of Agnew Gold Mine and influences long‑term strategy
• Enjoy premium benefits including private health insurance allowance, salary sacrifice options, and a standout $10K referral bonus
• Join a people‑first organisation that champions flexible working, genuine career development, and leadership grounded in empathy and growth

The Opportunity:

Your expertise will shape the future of Agnew Gold Mine and Goldfields. Reporting to the Underground Mine Manager, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating all facets of the underground operations to meet all safety, production and cost targets, whilst ensuring that all mining and planning activities support and are driven by the short, medium and long term needs of the mine and fully aligned with the strategic goals and objectives of the business unit

Why You’ll Love Working for Us

• Permanent role with a leading gold producer
• Short term incentive, long term bonus and 6% site allowance
• Private health insurance allowance
• Salary Sacrifice options
• $10K employee referral bonus

What You’ll Do

• Ensure all statutory requirements are met per the WA Work Health and Safety Act (2020) & respective Regulations (2022)
• Ensure all reporting and actions in relation to safety and environmental incidents is completed within appropriate deadlines
• Manage and oversee the production and development activities of the mine, taking into consideration the long-term requirements of the mine as well as responding to the daily requirements, to achieve the budget and agreed objectives
• Monitor development, stoping and mining projects progress against monthly targets
• Maximise mine recovery and minimise dilution in stoping activities
• Oversee the mine planning, projects, ventilation, survey and geotechnical requirements of the mine
• Support the preparation of schedules of all mining activities to create accurate forecasts and budgets to achieve the mine budget
• Oversee and provide input to mine technical studies covering the Life of Mine
• Develop continuous improvement targets and drive and measure achievement of these targets
• Ensure that the mine schedules are matched to the production requirements, operational conditions, and resources
• Role model our core values and create a culture where every team member feels seen, supported, and valued.

What You’ll Bring

• Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering and manual driver’s licence.
• Strong experience in an underground mining environment with comprehensive knowledge of mechanized, longhole stoping with fill
• Previous experience in a senior/supervisory operational (site based) role is vital
• Experience in using your WA First Class Mine Manager (Non-coal Mines) certification desirable
• Demonstrated experience in providing leadership, risk management, managing training/development, career progression and performance management of personnel
• Displayed proficiency with mining software (Deswik, Ventsim)
• Strong technical background with experience in underground mine planning, ventilation, geotechnical, capital justifications, and budgeting.
• A growth mindset, with strong communication, responsibility, and relationship-building skills.
  
  

About Gold Fields

At Gold Fields, we believe great leadership is grounded in empathy, respect, and growth. Join Gold Fields and be part of a company where people, passion, and purpose come together to create enduring value beyond mining.

Join an organisation endorsed by WORK180 for our commitment to creating an environment where inclusion and belonging matter, and you can build meaningful, long-term careers in mining, with fabulous mentors to guide you through from day one.

We recognize that everyone’s circumstances are unique. We’re always open to conversations about flexible working arrangements that can help you balance work, family, and life.

How to Apply

To work for a company that aligns with your purpose, apply now at https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia