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Senior Assistant : Geology

Goldfields

St Ives - Kambalda, WA, AU, 6442

Job Description

  • Residential from Kalgoorlie/Kambalda | 8:6 roster
  • Be part of active exploration across the St Ives Gold Mine
  • Lead field teams and near-mine exploration activities

The Opportunity:

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting the Mine Geology team at St Ives Gold Mine. You will contribute to safe and efficient geological operations through accurate sample management, data collection, and collaboration with geologists and mining personnel.

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
  • 18 weeks parental leave

Skills & Qualifications

  • Hold a manual Driver’s Licence
  • Current HR driver’s licence and Forklift License
  • Experience coordinating exploration activities in a remote environment
  • Strong Field leadership or supervisory experience
  • Proven experience in a similar role with extensive knowledge of core farm operations and exploration drilling
  • Excellent communication skills both written and oral
  • Demonstrated high level of safety standards and leadership in a multi-disciplinary environment

About the Role

  • Oversee day-to-day exploration activities and in-field leadership
  • Ensure QA/QC compliance across sampling and assaying
  • Maintain strong safety, environmental, and cost awareness\Assist the Supervisor: Geological Services in managing the day-to-day activities of the geological assistant team;
  • Supervision of a diverse team of Geology Assistants in the core shed
  • Ability to set and manage priorities in a dynamic work environment, including the identification and development of talent within the team;
  • Ensure timely delivery of sample submissions;
  • Ensure all Geological consumables are maintained.

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.

CLOSING DATE: 2nd August 2026

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