Leading Hand Fitter

Location: St Ives
Roster: 8 days on / 6 days off (Day Shift), alternating with 7 nights on / 7 nights off (Night Shift)

Join Gold Fields, where safety is at the heart of everything we do. We're seeking a dedicated Leading Hand Fitter to oversee and execute mechanical maintenance activities for our surface mobile equipment fleet. Reporting to the Mechanical Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability and optimal performance on site.

What we Offer 

• Be part of a safety-first culture with supportive leadership
• Lifestyle-friendly 8/6 – 7/7 roster
• Residential options in Kambalda or Kalgoorlie, or FIFO from Perth
• Competitive salary package including allowances and bonuses 
• Opportunities for development and progression
• Increased leave entitlements 

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical maintenance for surface mobile equipment
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Support and lead maintenance teams to meet operational targets
• Conduct regular inspections and troubleshooting of equipment issues
• Contribute to continuous improvement and asset reliability initiatives

About you

• Australian recognised Heavy Duty or Mobile Plant Trade qualification 
• Demonstrated experience in a mechanical supervisory or leading-hand role within mining or heavy industry
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• A strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement
• 5 years minimum post trade experience
• Previous experience in Komatsu and Caterpillar fleets 
• Holding a valid WA drivers license is mandatory;
• Tickets and certificates such as Apply First Aid, Crane, Dogging, EWP and Forklift are advantageous.
• Knowledge and application of relevant statutory obligations
• SAP experience is desirable

Applications can be submitted via: https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia

We are committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce, and strongly encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.