Mining Manager

A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced, safety-focused and outcomes-driven leader with a passion for operational excellence and people leadership to join our St Ives Gold Mine as a Mining Manager.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading the day-to-day mining activities, ensuring safe, predictable and cost-effective production outcomes aligned with the site’s strategic objectives.

With accountability across all the sites open pit and underground mining operations, this role is responsible for driving performance in safety, production delivery, cost control and continuous improvement, while fostering a high-performing and engaged workforce.

This position is offered on a FIFO basis from Perth on a 4 days on 3 days off roster, with flexibility considered for the right candidate.

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.

You will bring significant leadership experience within the mining industry, having operated in a senior technical or operational leadership role such as Mining Manager or Operations Manager.

Your ability to lead large crews, optimise mining performance, and build strong cross-functional relationships will be a key factor to your success.

Your unwavering focus on safety leadership, planning discipline, and contractor management is essential, along with demonstrated experience in delivering production targets in a dynamic operating environment.

Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering or a related discipline and a SSE Certificate are required. A First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency will be highly regarded but is not essential.

We offer a competitive remuneration package including performance-based incentives, including a generous Short Term Incentive, participation in the Company’s Long Term Incentive Plan along with a range of benefits such as a Site Allowance, Health Insurance Allowance.

Our organisation is committed to fostering a culture that prioritises safety, accountability and continuous improvement, while empowering our people to deliver sustainable outcomes and long-term value.

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

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.