Process Technicians (All Gold Fields Australian Operations)
- Perth, ON
- On-site
- Posted Oct 1, 2026
- 1 position
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
You will be responsible for operating processing plant equipment including crushing, grinding, and leaching systems to maximize plant efficiency. Additionally, you will identify maintenance needs and ensure all operations adhere to safety and environmental standards.
Job details
FIFO from Perth or Reside in Kalgoorlie / Kambalda Site Allowance + Annual bonus + Private Health Allowance Processing experience in other commodities considered Gold Fields is a globally diversified gold producer with nine operating mines in Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Peru, Canada and Chile. Gold Fields' mining assets in the Australia region include St Ives, Agnew, Granny Smith and Gruyere gold mines. Our Opportunity: Gold Fields Australia is currently seeking Process Operator to join their Processing teams across our Western Australian operations. St Ives – Residential in Kambalda or Kalgoorlie Gruyere – FIFO from Perth on an 8/6 7/7 Roster Granny Smith – FIFO from Perth on an 8/6 7/7 Roster Agnew - FIFO from Perth on an 8/6 7/7 Roster As a key member of the site operational team, you will be responsible for operating the processing plant and associated equipment in a safe, productive and efficient manner, to maximise plant performance without effecting the environment or health and safety of personnel. Why Gold Fields? 6% Site Allowance Private Health Insurance Allowance Quarterly bonus up to 10% annually Minimum 5 weeks annual leave Paid parental leave $10K Employee referral bonus program What you will be doing: Operation of all processing plant equipment relating to Crushing, Grinding, Gravity, Leach, Adsorption, Elution, and Tails Storage Facility. Operate the process control systems. Identify and diagnose items that require preventative maintenance or repair. Maximise plant and equipment efficiency during production. Recommend and implement improvements to plant output and efficiency. Safely operate IT loader, bobcat, forklift, and power tools. Develop and maintain and adhere to procedures to ensure timely, consistent, and efficient execution of mining plans. About you: Previous operating experience in a gold mineral processing environment. Applications from individuals with operating experience in other commodities will be considered. Sound knowledge of processing methodologies and equipment including Citect control system. Strong focus on safety, and a commitment to following company policies and processes. Computing skills in word processing, spread sheets and databases. Possess a valid manual driver’s licence. About Gold FieldsAt 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 ApplyStart your journey with Gold Fields: https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia
What you’ll do
You will be responsible for operating processing plant equipment including crushing, grinding, and leaching systems to maximize plant efficiency. Additionally, you will identify maintenance needs and ensure all operations adhere to safety and environmental standards.
Requirements
Candidates must have previous operating experience in a mineral processing environment, preferably with gold. A valid manual driver's license and proficiency in process control systems like Citect are required.
Benefits
- Site Allowance
- Annual bonus
- Private Health Insurance Allowance
- Paid parental leave
- Employee referral bonus program
- Annual leave
Listed skills
- Forklift operation · Preferred
- Data entry · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Mineral processing
- Crushing
- Grinding
- Gravity separation
- Leaching
- Adsorption
- Elution
- Tails storage facility management
- Process control systems
- Citect control system
- Preventative maintenance
- IT loader operation
- Bobcat operation
- Forklift operation
- Power tools
- Data entry
- Equipment Efficiency
- Power Tool Operation
- Aboriginal and Torres Islander Descent
- Mineral Processing
- Control Systems
- Cultural Diversity
- Word Processing
- Forklift Truck
- Gold Mining
- Operations
- Process Control
Job areas
- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Energy
- Engineering
- Field Operations Technician
- Power Distributor / Plant Operator
- Power Production Plant Operators
- Plant and System Operators, All Other