Date: 28 Jul 2026
Location:
St Ives - Kambalda, WA, AU, 6442
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Company: Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd
Job Req ID: 71169
Residential in Kambalda/Kalgoorlie / FIFO from Perth 8:6, 4:3.
Permanent technical leadership opportunity with a competitive salary package, annual bonus scheme, long-term incentive plan and private health insurance allowance
Degree-qualified Geologist with extensive experience in Mineral Resource estimation, project evaluation, mine operations and technical leadership
The Opportunity
Lead the technical integrity of one of Australia's largest and most established gold operations. Join St Ives and play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality Mineral Resource evaluation, Reserve and Resource reporting, Project Evaluation and Mine to Mill reconciliation that supports safe, sustainable and profitable mining. Reporting to the Manager Geology, you'll provide specialist technical expertise across all facets of the geology value stream.
Working closely with Mine Geology, Exploration, Technical Services and Mine Planning teams, you'll provide technical assurance across site Reserve and Resource delivery, lead the site's Mine to Mill reconciliation process, and partner with stakeholders to improve geological interpretation, resource estimation and operational performance. You'll also coach, mentor geologists, sharing your technical expertise to build capability across the Geology team.
Up to six months' free, company-provided accommodation may be available for eligible candidates from under-represented 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 for Us
Permanent opportunity with a leading global gold producer.
Leadership role within the St Ives Geology team
Residential/ FIFO from Perth 8:6 4:3
Annual bonus scheme, long-term incentive plan and private health insurance allowance.
5 weeks annual leave, long service leave after 5 years and paid parental leave.
$10,000 Employee Referral Bonus.
What You’ll Do
Provide expert project evaluation and economic analysis to support life-of-mine planning, reserve conversion, feasibility studies and strategic business decisions.
Deliver technical expertise and be the site accountable person for Mineral and Resource reporting, ensuring compliance with Gold Fields governance standards and meeting SAMREC and SK1300 reporting standards. Ensuring L1 assurance for mineral reserve and mineral resource reporting at St Ives working closely with the resource and mine planning functions.
Lead the site's Mine to Mill reconciliation process, driving analysis, reporting and continuous improvement to strengthen geological interpretation, resource estimation and operational performance.
Collaborate with Exploration, Mine Geology, Technical Services and Mine Planning teams to continuously improve geology workflows, service delivery and reporting processes.
Coach and mentor geologists, sharing technical expertise and fostering a collaborative culture of continuous improvement.
Senior Leadership responsibilities within the site geology team
What You’ll Bring
Tertiary qualifications in Geology or Earth Sciences and a current manual driver's licence.
Extensive experience in Mineral Resource estimation, geological modelling, project evaluation and reporting within underground and/or open pit mining environments.
Demonstrated technical leadership, with strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to coach and mentor others.
A growth mindset, with strong communication, responsibility and relationship-building skills.
About Gold Fields
At Gold Fields, we believe great leadership is grounded in empathy, respect, and growth. Join Gold Fields and be part of a company where people, passion, and purpose come together to create enduring value beyond mining.
Join an organisation endorsed by WORK180 for our commitment to creating an environment where inclusion and belonging matter, and you can build meaningful, long-term careers in mining, with fabulous mentors to guide you through from day one.
We recognise that everyone’s circumstances are unique. We’re always open to conversations about flexible working arrangements that can help you balance work, family, and life.
How to Apply
To work for a company that aligns with your purpose, apply now at https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Tuesday 18 August 2026
