Drill Operator
Full Time NEW

• 8/6, 7/7 FIFO from Perth, or live locally in Kalgoorlie area
• Permanent role at owner-operated St Ives Gold Mine
• Join a safety-first team with long term career growth

The Opportunity:

In the role, reporting to the Drill and Blast Supervisor; you will provide quality and timely drilling services as part of our Surface Mining team at our owner-operated St Ives mine.

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 at a long-life operation
• 6% site allowance + quarterly bonus up to 10% annually
• Monthly private health allowance
• Minimum of 5 weeks annual leave, dependant on roster
• $10K referral bonus

Skills & Qualifications

• Current HR driver’s licence and Dangerous Goods Security Card
• Experience operating Sandvik Pantera 1500Dpi Drill rigs or a similar top hammer production drill
• Experience in a surface mining operation

About the Role

• Operating Sandvik Pantera Dpi top hammer production drill
• Assisting the Drill & Blast Supervisor when required
• Ensuring production goals are achieved safely by working collaboratively with the mining team

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: 29 MAY 2026