Open Pit Production Engineer

1 week ago

Kambalda West, Australia Gold Road Resources Limited Full time

Opportunity

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

We're now seeking an Engineer Production – Surface mining to join us at St Ives Gold Mine.

This role is offered on an 8 days on, 6 days off roster, fly-in, fly-out from Perth, or residential in Kambalda/Kalgoorlie. Reporting to the Senior Engineer: Mine Production, you will facilitate the safe and optimal extraction of gold from the open pit mining operations. In compliance with site standards, you will be responsible for all site mining engineering requirements, including drill and blast pattern design and production scheduling in line with short to medium-term planning targets.

Why Join Gold Fields?

We know work is just one part of life. That’s why we offer:

- A family-friendly roster to support your work-life balance

- Quarterly Bonus Scheme

- Increased annual leave entitlementsplus pro rata Long Service Leave after 5 years

- Educational assistance to help you continue to grow and learn

Key Responsibilities

- Assist the Senior Engineer with the preparation of medium- and long-term plans and forecasts

- Develop drill and blast designs that maximise ore extraction and minimise dilution

- Liaise with the operational and technical teams for short to medium-term schedule implementation

- Apprising the Mining Manager of issues that may affect safe and efficient production through frequent communication in an appropriate manner

Qualifications

- Completed tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or a related discipline.

- A WA Quarry Manager’s Certificate of Competency would be highly regarded but not essential

- Open Pit demonstrated engineering experience, with exposure to drill and blast design, preferably gold

- Previous exposure to Microsoft office, Deswik CAD experience is an advantage.

At Gold Fields, we don’t just mine gold—we unlock potential. Come join us and help shape the future of mining

Closing Date for Applications

30th of October 2025

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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