Lead Mining Studies Specialist

At Gold Fields, we are dedicated to cultivating inclusive, high-performing teams that embody our core values and fuel our success. If you have a passion for safety, technology and a drive to make a meaningful impact, we want you to join our innovative team as a Lead Specialist Mining Studies. Help us push boundaries and deliver excellence.

As part of this commitment, reporting to the Senior Manager Mining Studies, come and join the Corporate technical team and be pivotal in developing and evaluating technically viable and sustainable solutions for various strategic projects, including site based strategic projects. This role encompasses managing operational and site-based initiatives, focusing on early-stage scoping and concept studies that align with our strategic and business planning objectives, ESG targets, and future project progression stages—including prefeasibility and feasibility studies.

This is a hybrid position is based in the Perth Office with regular travel to Australian and global assets as required, and is offered on 5 days on, 2 days off, or ask about our flexible working arrangements.
 
Why Join Gold Fields?
We care for our people; how can we benefit you?

• Stability – Excellent Life of Mine across the multiple Gold Fields assets
• Be Rewarded - Site Allowance, Private Health Insurance Allowance, Annual bonus scheme & long-term incentive plan
• Collaborate, Inspire & Learn - Join an amazing team of technical professionals to learn, share and grow together
• Live Life - 5 weeks annual leave, 18 weeks parental leave and long service leave after 5 years

About the role:

• Conduct prefeasibility and feasibility studies across the Group, ensuring a consistent approach to technical and financial elevations.
• Develop technical and financial standards, including consistent evaluation methods for the studies.
• Conduct early-stage scoping and concept studies to inform strategic decision-making.
• Strengthen and foster a dynamic environment to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of project delivery.
• Collaborate with internal resources and external consultants to leverage expertise and insights for project execution.
• Manage the timely delivery of projects, ensuring they meet quality and performance standards, and align with the strategic goals of the organisation.

Who Are We Looking For?:

• An autonomous, driven, and safety conscious individual who is willing to share knowledge with others
• Extensive proven senior leadership experience in underground and open-pit mining, with a strong background in studies and project management
• Relevant degree in mining engineering or a related discipline
• Proven track record in managing prefeasibility and feasibility studies, demonstrating a solid understanding of technical and financial evaluation methods as well as the  Resource & Reserves estimate process.
• Proficiency in XERAS and Deswik
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information in an accessible manner
• Strong organisational skills, with the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously

At Gold Fields, we expect all employees to embody our values, champion a strong safety culture, and contribute to creating enduring value beyond mining.

Applications can be submitted via: https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia
All applications close on 28th of July 2025

We work across geographies, with diverse teams and cultures. This diversity of talents, backgrounds, experience and knowledge drives our growth and ability to deliver safe, reliable and sustainable production with lasting value for all our stakeholders. We are committed to continue building a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive, and follow an inclusive recruitment process with all qualified applicants considered.