GOLD FIELDS

Engineer : Projects

GOLD FIELDS  •  Washington (Onsite)  •  12 hours ago
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Job Description

  • 8 days on 6 days off, FIFO roster from Perth
  • Proven experience in a similar electrical engineering/project delivery role
  • Australian Recognised Electrical Engineering Degree

The Opportunity:

Join the team at Granny Smith Gold Mine and play a key role in delivering critical electrical infrastructure that supports safe, efficient, and sustainable mining operations.

As the Projects Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, execution, and delivery of electrical systems across a diverse portfolio of capital and sustaining projects.

Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will ensure all electrical installations are completed safely, on schedule, and in full compliance with statutory requirements and Gold Fields standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated engineering professional to contribute to the successful delivery of projects that drive operational excellence and long-term value.

Why You’ll Love Working for Us

  • Permanent role with a leading gold producer
  • 6% site allowance
  • Quarterly bonus up to 10% annually, monthly private health allowance
  • 5 weeks annual leave, pro rata long service leave after 5 years
  • Paid parental leave, $10,000 employee referral bonus

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the delivery of electrical capital and sustaining projects from concept and design through to construction, commissioning, and operational handover.
  • Provide technical oversight of electrical systems, ensuring designs, installations, and upgrades meet Australian Standards, site requirements, and operational objectives.
  • Collaborate with site teams, contractors, consultants, and vendors to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality project outcomes.
  • Support project planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and resource coordination to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • Champion a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with statutory obligations, risk management processes, and Gold Fields HSEC standards.

What You’ll Bring

  • Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering with experience delivering projects in mining, heavy industrial, or mineral processing environments.
  • Post Graduate and/or Project Management Qualifications, WA Statutory Supervisor Qualification (Schedule 26) (highly desirable)
  • Proven experience in a similar electrical engineering/project delivery role, with a strong understanding of electrical infrastructure and power distribution systems.
  • Sound knowledge of Western Australian mining legislation, engineering standards, and safety management systems.
  • Current C Class Driver’s Licence and a commitment to safe, compliant, and high-quality project execution.

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 recognise 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

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 28 July 2026

GOLD FIELDS

About GOLD FIELDS

Be part of a leading global gold mining with an inspiring Purpose: To create enduring value beyond mining in the lives and places our company touches.

You’ll find our nine operations in Australia, Chile, Ghana, Peru, and South Africa. We have also started a project in Canada. Gold Fields is listed on both the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

Our 23,000+ people (including those from business partners) may be based across the world, but we are united by knowing that we are #StrongerTogether. This is at the heart of how we do things – we call it the Gold Fields Way. It is all about being one inclusive team – caring, connected and courageous – delivering great impact together.

Visit our jobs section to see how you can join us.

Industry
Oil, Gas & Mining
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Sandton, Johannesburg, ZA
Year Founded
1887
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