GOLD FIELDS

Senior Technology Operations Specialist

GOLD FIELDS  •  Perth, AU (Hybrid)  •  16 days ago
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Job Description

  • 5 days on 2 days off OR 9 day fortnight roster options
  • Perth based with regular travel to operational sites
  • Mining technology and OT/IT integration expertise in complex environments

The Opportunity:

You’ll work closely with a diverse team to coordinate, deliver, and support technology initiatives. You’ll make a meaningful impact by driving alignment across Group Technology, Asset teams, and project delivery leads to ensure technology solutions are effectively planned, governed, and successfully implemented across operational environments. The role also has a strong execution focus, supporting the delivery of key technology projects and initiatives across our Australia Operations team based in our Perth office with site visits required.

Why You’ll Love Working for Us

  • Permanent role with a leading gold producer
  • Option of 9 day fortnight, hybrid working
  • Annual bonus scheme and long-term incentive plan
  • 5 weeks annual leave, long service leave after 5 years, paid parental leave

What You’ll Do

  • Coordinate technology deployment and integration activities across Australian operations, ensuring alignment with strategic roadmaps, standards, and business objectives.
  • Build strong relationships with operational leaders, technology partners, and delivery teams to drive collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and successful technology adoption.
  • Support governance, risk management, cybersecurity, and compliance requirements while promoting safe and efficient operational outcomes.
  • Enable data-driven decision making, continuous improvement, and capability development through reporting, performance insights, training, and change support.
  • 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 Engineering or related discipline preferred.
  • Mining technology expertise across automation, fleet management, and digital mine solutions is essential.
  • IT/OT systems integration experience across operational technology and data platforms.
  • Proven delivery of technology projects, change initiatives, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Strong focus on risk, cybersecurity, compliance, and data-driven operational improvement.
  • 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 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: 2 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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