Control Systems Engineer

GOLD FIELDS; Shire Of Laverton; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% site allowance

Quarterly bonus up to 10%

Private health allowance

5 weeks annual leave

18 weeks parental leave

FIFO parking discount

Velocity reward points

$10K employee referral bonus

Job summary

Gold Fields’ Granny Smith Gold Mine in Western Australia seeks a seasoned Process Control Engineer to own the site Process Control Management of change process, approve and document changes, and drive upgrades for OT across the processing department.

You will work with a diverse team to design and implement automation, collect and analyze data, and optimize maintenance strategies to improve reliability and efficiency of plant operations. FIFO or residential options apply.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Control System Engineering or related discipline.
• Extensive process control system experience, preferably in mining.
• Knowledge of Citect, SCADA configuration & Schneider Control Expert systems is highly regarded.
• Knowledge of Aveva PI historian systems.
• Knowledge of underground remote operational technology is desirable.
• Growth mindset with strong communication, responsibility and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the site Process Control Management of change process, ensuring changes are approved, documented and tested.
• Identify, implement and manage control system upgrades to improve OT reliability.
• Integrate the site power station for site-wide power monitoring and efficiency improvements.
• Review and optimize maintenance strategies to ensure plant reliability.

Skills

Control systems

SCADA configurations

Schneider Control Expert

Aveva PI Historian

Underground remote OT

Communication & leadership

Education

Bachelors in Control Systems Engineering

Manual driver’s licence

Tools

Aveva PI Historian

Citect

Schneider SCADA

Schneider Control Expert

SCADA

Job description

• 8 days on / 6 days off FIFO roster, or be residential
• Owner-operated Granny-Smith Gold Mine
• Competitive salary + quarterly bonus + private health allowance

The Opportunity

You’ll work closely with a diverse team to contribute to operational excellence for our Processing department at Granny Smith.

Reporting to the Processing Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring safe, profitable and efficient operations by implementing and supporting the best technological solutions for operational system design, integration and automation, operational data collection, management analysis and reporting.

Why Join Gold Fields

• Permanent role with a leading gold producer
• 6% site allowance and quarterly bonus up to 10% annually
• Monthly private health allowance
• Minimum of 5 weeks annual leave, dependent on roster
• 18 weeks parental leave
• FIFO parking discount & Virgin Velocity reward points
• $10K employee referral bonus

Skills & Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Control System Engineering or related Engineering discipline and a manual driver’s licence
• Extensive process control system experience, preferably in the Mining industry
• Knowledge of Citect, SCADA configuration & Schneider Control Expert systems would be highly regarded
• Knowledge of Aveva PI historian systems
• Knowledge of underground remote operational technology is desirable
• A growth mindset, with strong communication, responsibility, and relationship-building skills

About the Role

• Own the site Process Control Management of change process, ensuring all changes are approved, well documented and tested
• Identify, implement and manage control system upgrades to improve reliability of operational technology
• Integration of the site power station to deliver site wide power monitoring, power balance and efficiency improvements
• Ensure reliability of plant and equipment by reviewing, developing, and optimising maintenance strategies and tactics.

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.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 22 OCTOBER 2026