GOLD FIELDS

Senior Mine Production Engineer (Underground)

GOLD FIELDS  •  Onsite  •  15 days ago
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Job Description

  • 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth, or live locally in Kambalda or Kalgoorlie
  • Charter flights from Perth to Kambalda
  • Ideal role for an experienced underground mine production engineer with mentoring and leadership exposure

The Opportunity:

As we expand our team, you’ll work closely with a diverse, high-performing team that embodies our core values and fuels our success at Invincible Underground.

Invincible Underground is undergoing a significant growth phase with an ever-expanding orebody open at both strike and depth. With complex geology, large-scale capital projects and a dynamic mine design to adapt to, this role offers a rare challenge for candidates looking to make a difference and influence the future direction of a relatively new mine, in a rewarding environment.

Reporting to the Alternate Underground Manager, you will facilitate the safe and optimal extraction of gold from underground mining operations. In compliance with site Environmental and Safety Standards, you will be responsible for all mining aspects, including the development and implementation of plans in line with short to medium term planning targets.

Why You’ll Love Working for Us

  • 6% Site allowance plus monthly private health insurance allowance
  • Generous Short-Term and Long-Term Incentive Bonuses
  • Permanent role with a leading gold producer
  • 5 weeks of annual leave, long service leave after 5 years, paid parental leave

What You’ll Do

  • Assist in developing and implementing weekly, monthly, and quarterly production plans, while supervising stope design and drill-and-blast planning to maximise recovery and minimise dilution.
  • Develop and implement short- to medium-term production plans while overseeing stope design and drill-and-blast planning to optimise recovery and minimise dilution.
  • Lead and mentor the team to add further value to the Technical Services team.

What You’ll Bring

  • An autonomous, driven, and safety-conscious individual who is willing to share knowledge with others
  • Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering and a manual driver's license
  • First Class Mine Managers Certificate of Competency is desirable.
  • High level of skills displayed in Deswik CAD, Deswik SO and Deswik IS.
  • Extensive underground mining experience in production, ventilation, projects, paste fill, planning and scheduling

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: 10th January 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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