Senior Projects Engineer
Full Time NEW

• 4 days on, 3 days off, 8 days on, 6 days off; FIFO from Perth
• Join our dynamic sustaining capital projects team at Granny Smith
• Competitive remuneration packages with short and long-term bonuses

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Projects Superintendent, this position plays a pivotal role in overseeing contractors and delivering capital projects that meet our high standards for safety, environmental care, cost efficiency, and quality.

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
• 18 weeks parental leave
• FIFO parking discount & Virgin Velocity reward points
• $10K employee referral bonus

Skills & Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mining or Electrical Engineering
• Postgraduate qualifications in Business or Project Management (highly regarded)
• Proven experience in contractor management
• Proficiency in MS Office, Ventsim, Deswik, and SAP
• Strong leadership skills, with a focus on team development and change management

What You’ll Do:

• The design, execution, and delivery of mechanical engineering components across capital and sustaining projects at Granny Smith Gold Mine
• Conduct project management functions related to assigned capital projects in process plant and surface infrastructure environments
• Manage project lifecycle from concept, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards
• Coordinate shutdown and brownfield project works with minimal disruption to operations
• Review and approve mechanical designs, drawings, and specifications

 What You’ll Bring?

• Lead and coordinate all aspects of project delivery, ensuring alignment with best practices and company guidelines.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with contractors at Granny Smith gold mine.
• Tertiary Qualifications in Engineering, or a related discipline
• Extensive displayed experience in mining, mechanical or civil operations in a similar role with good understanding of technologies and equipment
• Post graduate qualification in business or project management would be highly regarded
• Oversee safety and financial performance of contract work, including cost reporting, forecasting, and variation management.

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: 07 JUNE 2026