Senior Shotfirer
St Ives - Kambalda, WA, AU, 6442
- 8/6 Roster FIFO from Perth
- Lead Surface Drill & Blast Operations at St Ives Gold Mine
- WA Shotfirer’s License, S26 & DGSC essential
The Opportunity:
In this role, you will lead and oversee safe, compliant, and efficient blasting activities as part of our Surface Mining, Drill & Blast team at our owner-operated St Ives Gold Mine. Reporting to the Drill and Blast Supervisor, as a Senior Shotfirer, you will provide technical expertise and on-the-ground leadership to support production outcomes and a strong safety culture.
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 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
- $10K employee referral bonus
Skills & Qualifications:
- WA Shotfirer’s Ticket and Dangerous Goods Security Card – essential
- Current S26 Certification is essential
- Current manual driver’s licence. HR license is preferred
- Experience in surface mining blasting operations, including demonstrated leadership or senior responsibilities
About the Role:
- Lead and supervise blasting activities, ensuring compliance with legislation and site procedures
- Oversee explosives handling, storage, security, and QA audits
- Drive safety performance through risk management, pre-starts, and continuous improvement
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.
How to Apply
Start your journey with Gold Fields: https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 23 JULY 2026