GOLD FIELDS

Senior Mine Planning & Projects Engineer

GOLD FIELDS  •  Laverton, AU (Onsite)  •  9 days ago
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Job Description

  • 8/6 FIFO ex Perth
  • Opportunity to start the first satellite pits at Gruyere – be part of the team that was there before Day 1
  • Drive delivery of the works before mining, and make sure that the open pit planning and design sets up Golden Highway to become a high-performing gold mining operation
  • Apply your open pit engineering experience using Deswik and Alastri

The Opportunity:

You’ll make a meaningful impact by delivering safe and efficient short to medium-term open pit mine planning, design and scheduling activities for our Mining team at Gruyere. Your expertise will support the development of the optimal extraction of gold while collaborating closely with operational teams to ensure compliance with site safety and environmental standards. You will work with the wider Gruyere team and our business partners to start a new mine.

Why You’ll Love Working for Us

  • Permanent role with a leading gold producer
  • 6% site allowance
  • Annual bonus, long-term incentive plan and monthly private health insurance allowance
  • 5 weeks annual leave, long service leave after 5 years, paid parental leave

What You’ll Do

  • Lead open pit optimisation, design, scheduling and reserve evaluation activities to support safe and efficient mine planning.
  • Prepare pit layouts, infrastructure designs and technical reports for mining studies, approvals and project development stages.
  • Deliver technical and economic analysis including dilution modelling, fleet requirements, pit staging and project evaluations.
  • Collaborate with operational readiness teams, business partners and external consultants to ensure high-quality, timely delivery the new Golden Highway mining project.
  • Role model our core values and create a culture where every team member feels seen, supported, and valued.

What You’ll Bring

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering and manual driver’s licence
  • Proven, extensive open pit engineering experience (planning and operational)
  • Understanding of mining and environmental approvals
  • Proficient in mining software such as Deswik, Alastri and Microsoft Office
  • A growth mindset, with strong communication, responsibility, and relationship-building skills.
  • A Western Australian Quarry Manager’s ticket or the ability to hold one would be an advantage.

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: 5TH JUNE, 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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