Senior Engineer : Mine Production

Gold Fields; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 92,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6% site allowance

Short-term and long-term incentiveBonu

Monthly private health insurance

$10k employee referral bonus

5 weeks annual leave

Long service leave after 5 years

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Gold Fields is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer – Mine Production to lead safe, optimal extraction of gold from our Open Pit operations. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, you will be accountable for all aspects of mining production and deliver plans aligned with targets, in full compliance with safety and environmental standards.

This is a hands-on, leadership role for someone who puts safety first, mentors engineers, and drives continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mining Engineering.
• Open Pit Mining experience across all production phases.
• Supervisory or management training.
• Proven mentoring of Mining Engineers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and mining software; Deswik experience preferred.
• Current manual driver's licence.
• WA Quarry Manager’s Certificate of Competency (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver weekly, monthly and quarterly production plans, including drill and blast planning, to maximise recovery and minimise dilution.
• Monitor and report actual vs schedule and budget performance (physicals and costs), reconciling mined plan versus actual to identify improvements.
• Maintain accurate mine information and deliver end of month and compliance reporting to support safe, economic delivery of targets.
• Identify risks and threats to target delivery, and manage programs to eliminate or minimise them.
• Lead the production and operational mining teams with clear communication and goal alignment, including training and mentoring Production and Graduate Engineers.
• Promote continuous improvement within Technical Services, contributing to business and cultural initiatives that lift performance, encourage team participation and remove barriers to success

Skills

Open Pit Mining Experience

Supervisory/Management Training

Mentoring Mining Engineers

MS Office & Mining Software

Driver's Licence

Deswik

Education

Degree in Mining Engineering

Tools

Deswik

Microsoft Office

Job description

• 8 days on, 6 days off / 4 days on, 3 days off – FIFO roster from Perth
• Permanent role with Industry leading employee benefits
• Leadership Opportunity at a world class mine

The Opportunity

St Ives is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer – Mine Production to lead the safe and optimal extraction of gold from our Open Pit operations. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, you will be accountable for all aspects of mining production, developing and delivering plans aligned with short to medium-term targets, in full compliance with site environmental and safety standards.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for a professional who puts safety first, leads with respect and takes ownership of results. You will guide production and operational teams, mentor the next generation of Engineers, and help drive a culture of continuous improvement at one of our key operations.

Up to six months’ free, company-provided accommodation may be available for eligible candidates from under‑represent‑ed groups (for example, women in mining and Indigenous Australians) relocating to Kambalda for permanent roles.

Accommodation includes basic furnishings and utilities and is subject to availability and housing policy, with support available to assist with transitioning to a lease after the initial six-month period. Eligibility and final terms will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Permanent role with a leading gold producer
• 6% site allowance, plus short-term and long-term incentive bonuses
• Monthly private health insurance allowance, $10k employee referral bonus
• 5 weeks annual leave, long service leave after 5 years, paid parental leave

What You’ll Do

• Develop and deliver weekly, monthly and quarterly production plans, including drill and blast planning, to maximise recovery and minimise dilution
• Monitor and report on actual vs. schedule and budget performance (physicals and costs), reconciling mined plan versus actual to identify improvements
• Maintain accurate mine information and deliver end of month and compliance reporting to support safe, economic delivery of targets
• Identify risks and threats to target delivery, and manage programs to eliminate or minimise them
• Lead the production and operational mining teams with clear communication and goal alignment, including training and mentoring Production and Graduate Engineers
• Promote continuous improvement within Technical Services, contributing to business and cultural initiatives that lift performance, encourage team participation and remove barriers to success

What You’ll Bring

• Degree qualification in Mining Engineering
• Demonstrated Open Pit Mining Engineering experience across all phases of production, preferably in gold
• Supervisory or management training
• Proven experience mentoring and developing a team of Mining Engineers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and mining software, with Deswik experience highly regarded
• Current manual driver’s licence
• WA Quarry Manager’s Certificate of Competency (desirable)

About Gold Fields

At Gold Fields, we believe great leadership is grounded in empathy, respect, and growth. Join us and be part of a company where people, passion, and purpose come together to create enduring value beyond mining.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 for our commitment to inclusion and belonging, and to offering fabulous mentors who’ll support your long‑term career in mining from day one.

We recognise that everyone’s circumstances are unique, and we’re always open to conversations about flexible working arrangements that help you balance work, family, and life.

Applications Close: 27 November 2026