Leading Hand : Electrical
Full Time NEW

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Underground Electrical Supervisor at Granny Smith, you will be responsible for: Planning and supervising high quality maintenance and installation of electrical infrastructure on a wide variety of fixed and mobile equipment Underground as used in the mining operations.

As an employee at Gold Fields, we expect all levels of employees to act in a manner that seeks to align and enhance the values, safety culture and performance of Gold Fields with the purpose of creating enduring value beyond mining.

This role is offered on an 8 days on 6 days off roster and is Fly in Fly out from Perth or Drive in Drive out from the Goldfields region.

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
• 5 weeks annual leave, pro rata long service leave after 5 years, 18 weeks parental leave
• Cultural leave equivalent to one weeks paid leave (aligned to rostered hours)
• FIFO parking discount
• $10K employee referral bonus

About the role:

•  Lead the day-to-day activities of the electrical team inclusive of contractors on a cost-effective manner, assuring awareness of performance targets, access to the necessary tools to achieve these and that their activities are aligned within company targets
• Ensure minimal disruption to production through ready access to critical parts, equipment, and service providers
•  Provide ongoing leaderships and mentoring for the Electrical team
•  Demonstrate full compliance with the OHS and Environmental Management System standards by assisting with the implementation and participating in initiatives, regular meetings, investigations, and training.

Skills & Qualifications: 

• Demonstrated leadership, performance development experience within a mining environment
• WA A-Grade Electrical License plus HV switching ticket and experience in this field is essential.
• Proven ability to build and lead teams
•  Short Term Planning Experience would be desirable.
•  SAP knowledge would be highly regarded
• Valid Driver’s license
• S26 certification required.

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: Tuesday 24 November 2026 with shortlisting commencing immediately

Gold Fields is committed to achieving an inclusive workforce. We recognise that the diverse talent of our people will ultimately determine our growth, performance and success. We strongly encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.