Operator : Dewatering

Gold Fields; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gold producer in St. Ives is seeking a skilled individual for a permanent role focusing on dewatering and material excavation in surface mining. The job entails installing and maintaining pipelines, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. We offer a competitive package including a 6% site allowance, health insurance, and generous leave. This opportunity allows FIFO work from Perth, or you can live locally. Commitment to safety and inclusivity is paramount, and diverse applicants are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

6% site allowance

Health insurance allowance

Quarterly bonuses

Minimum 5 weeks annual leave

Relocation allowance if moving to Kalgoorlie

Qualifications

• Experience in dewatering and material excavation within surface mining.
• Ability to conduct inspections and repairs effectively.
• Strong understanding of safety and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Install and remove poly pipelines and diesel pumping systems.
• Conduct troubleshooting and repairs to meet maintenance targets.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and a safe work environment.

Skills

Current HR driver's licence

Butt welding of pipelines (Certificate PMBWELD301B)

Integrated Tool Handler qualifications or relevant experience

Job description

• St Ives Gold Mine, 8/6 (days), 7/7 (nights) roster
• FIFO from Perth or live locally in Kalgoorlie or Kambalda
• Drive essential dewatering activities that keep our open-cut mining operations productive

The Opportunity

This role involves carrying out dewatering and material excavation as part of our surface mining team at our owner-operated St Ives mine.

Why Join Gold Fields?

• Permanent role with a leading gold producer
• 6% site allowance, health insurance allowance & quarterly bonuses
• Minimum 5 weeks annual leave
• Relocation allowance offered if moving to the Kalgoorlie area

Skills & Qualifications

• Current HR driver’s licence
• Certificate (PMBWELD301B) Butt welding of pipelines and piping components, Integrated Tool Handler qualifications or relevant experience

About the Role

• Install, move, and remove poly pipelines, diesel pumping systems, and associated plant to support open-cut mining dewatering operations.
• Conduct inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs to meet maintenance targets and minimise downtime and production loss.
• Follow all task procedures, maintain high housekeeping standards, and contribute to a safe, compliant work environment.

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.