Fixed Plant Process Operator

Gold Fields; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company is looking for a Fixed Plant Process Operator to join the St Ives Gold Mine team. This role involves operating the processing plant to maximize performance while ensuring safety and efficiency. Previous experience in a mineral processing environment and knowledge of process technologies are essential. The company offers a competitive benefits package including site allowance, health insurance, and an employee referral bonus program. Interested candidates can apply through their careers website.

Benefits

6% Site Allowance

Private Health Insurance Allowance

Quarterly bonus up to 10% annually

Minimum 5 weeks annual leave

Paid parental leave

10K Employee referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Previous operating experience in a mineral processing environment.
• Sound knowledge of process technologies and equipment including Citect control system.
• Possess a valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing plant equipment related to Crushing, Grinding, Gravity, Leach, and Tails Storage Facility.
• Maximise plant and equipment efficiency during production.
• Recommend and implement improvements to plant output and efficiency.

Skills

Operating experience in mineral processing

Knowledge of process technologies

Computing skills (word processing, spreadsheets, databases)

Tools

Citect control system

IT loader

Bobcat

Forklift

Power tools

Job description

Join our iconic St Ives Gold Mine on an 8:6/7:7

Local opportunity for Kambalda or Kalgoorlie residents only

Bring your mineral processing knowledge

Gold Fields Australia is currently seeking a Fixed Plant Process Operator to join their Processing department at our iconic St Ives Gold Mine.

As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for operating the processing plant and associated equipment in a safe, productive and efficient manner, to maximise plant performance without effecting the environment or health and safety of personnel.

This role is being offered on an 8:6/7:7 roster. You will be residential in Kambalda or Kalgoorlie. We provide transportation between Kalgoorlie and site is provided.

Why Gold Fields?

• 6% Site Allowance
• Private Health Insurance Allowance
• Quarterly bonus up to 10% annually
• Minimum 5 weeks annual leave
• Paid parental leave
• 10K Employee referral bonus program

What you will be doing:

• Operation of all processing plant equipment relating to Crushing, Grinding, Gravity, Leach, Adsorption, Elution, and Tails Storage Facility.
• Operate the process control systems.
• Identify and diagnose items that require preventative maintenance or repair.
• Maximise plant and equipment efficiency during production.
• Recommend and implement improvements to plant output and efficiency.
• Safely operate IT loader, bobcat, forklift, and power tools.
• Develop and maintain and adhere to procedures to ensure timely, consistent, and efficient execution of mining plans.

About you:

• Previous operating experience in a mineral processing environment
• Sound knowledge of process technologies and equipment including Citect control system
• Computing skills in word processing, spread sheets and databases
• Possess a valid driver’s licence

To express your interest in this opportunity you can apply directly to: https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia.

We look forward to receiving your application. Please be patient with us as shortlisting will begin in early-mid January 2026. Have a wonderful break with family in the meantime!

Gold Fields is committed to achieving an inclusive workforce. We recognise that the diverse talent of our people will ultimately determine our growth, performance and success. We strongly encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.