Excavator Operator
St Ives - Kambalda, WA, AU, 6442
- 3 x 8 days on, 6 days off, 1 x 7 nights on 7 nights off rotating roster
- Residential in Kambalda/Kalgoorlie
- Operate Komatsu Excavators at St Ives Gold Mine
The Opportunity:
In this role, you will operate excavators to extract ore and waste while minimising dilution and ore loss. You will support production targets and safe mining practices as part of our Surface Mining team at our owner-operated St Ives Gold Mine.
Why Join Gold Fields?
- Permanent role with a leading gold producer
- 6% site allowance and quarterly bonus up to 10% annually
- Monthly private health allowance
- Minimum of 5 weeks annual leave, dependent on roster
- Relocation support offered if relocating to the Kalgoorlie area
- $10K employee referral bonus
Skills & Qualifications
- Current manual driver’s licence. HR license is preferred
- Experience operating excavators in surface mining production
- Experience with PC3000 and PC2000 excavators, highly regarded
About the Role
- Operate excavators to load ore and waste according to production plans
- Support operational efficiency, minimise downtime, and maximise production
- Complete pre-starts, inspections, and preventative maintenance on operated equipment
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.