Paste Fill Operator

• FIFO from Perth or residential from Kambalda | 8/6 days, 7/7 nights rotating roster
• Critical role, real impact – support key Underground infrastructure
• Underground mining or paste crew experience required

We’re on the lookout for experienced Pastefill Operators to join our high-performing underground team at St Ives!

The Opportunity

As a Pastefill Operator, you’ll be at the heart of our underground operations at St Ives, installing, operating and maintaining pastefill reticulation systems to support ground stability and enable ongoing mining activities.

Reporting to the Supervisor Pastefill, you’ll join a high-performing, tight-knit crew that plays a vital role in underground production and development. If you’d like to make your mark underground, we’d love to hear from you!

What’s on Offer?

• Permanent role with a leading gold producer operating long-life mines
• Direct 1 hour flight from Perth (bus transportation provided for residential candidates to and from site)
• Attractive salary + 6% site allowance + private health insurance allowance
• Quarterly bonus incentive, pursuant to site performance
• Minimum of 5 weeks annual leave (dependent on roster) + FIFO parking discount
• $10K employee referral bonus
• Modern equipment, machinery and training to support your career development
• Modern camp with a range of amenities to support your wellbeing

What you’ll be doing:

• Installing, operating, and maintaining underground paste reticulation, compressed air, ventilation, and water/dewatering systems
• Conducting inspections, preventative maintenance, and timely equipment repairs
• Supporting the team through handovers, technical guidance, and maintaining strong safety and housekeeping standards

What we’re looking for:

• Proven underground mining experience with service crew and pastefill exposure highly regarded
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and solve system faults
• A proactive attitude with a commitment to safety and continuous improvement
• Able to work effectively in a team in a physically demanding underground environment
• Valid manual C Class Driver’s Licence
• WA Dangerous Goods Security Card and Working at Heights

Are you ready to join the St Ives Crew?

Applications can be submitted via: https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia

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 are committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce, and strongly encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds

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.