GOLD FIELDS

Underground HD Fitter

GOLD FIELDS  •  Laverton, AU (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

  • Granny Smith Gold Mine, Laverton WA
  • Owner-operated site, investing heavily in modern mining technology and equipment
  • FIFO from Perth, working an 8/6 7/7 roster, dayshift and nightshift

The Opportunity

We're seeking an Underground HD Fitter to join our Mobile Maintenance team at Granny Smith. If long term stability and job security are important to you, this is your opportunity to secure your future with a leading global gold producer.

What’s on Offer

  • Direct 1 hour flight from Perth to Laverton, earning frequent flyer points
  • Competitive salary package including 6% site allowance and private health allowance
  • Quarterly operations bonus, up to 10% annually
  • Attractive leave entitlements, pro rata long service leave after 5 years, parental leave and more
  • Cultural leave equivalent to one weeks paid leave (aligned to rostered hours)
  • Quality camp with recent upgrades and a wide range of amenities
  • Work across a modern underground fleet made up of CAT, Epiroc and Sandvik equipment
  • State-of-the-art underground and surface workshops with overhead cranes, concrete floors, specialised tooling and a well-stocked parts store to keep you moving
  • Career progression pathways, plus OEM training and upskilling opportunities
  • Referral bonus program – earn $10,000 for every successful referral

Skills & Qualifications

  • Australian recognised Heavy Mechanical Trade Qualification or Cert III in Mobile Plant Technology
  • Automotive Air Conditioning Licence desirable
  • High Risk Licences including Forklift, EWP, Basic Rigging and Dogging desirable
  • Valid WA Manual Driver’s Licence at minimum
  • Experience working in a mining environment, preferably underground
  • Proven mechanical experience on heavy mining equipment across servicing, preventative maintenance, fault finding and repair work, with the ability to interpret hydraulic systems and schematics
  • Exposure to SAP desirable

Whilst we recognise not everyone will tick every box, we strongly encourage tradespeople with experience working on heavy mining equipment across surface/ open pit mining operations to apply, including those who have recently completed their apprenticeship.

About Gold Fields

At Gold Fields, we’re proud to be one of the world’s leading gold producers and more importantly, we’re a team united by a commitment to safety, respect, and creating lasting value for our people and communities.

We’re building an inclusive workforce where diverse perspectives drive success. We welcome applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds.

How to Apply

Start your journey with Gold Fields and click “Apply Now”

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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