At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and schedule underground mining operations to meet safety and production targets.
- Company: Join Gold Fields, a leading gold producer with a focus on inclusion and growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, bonuses, generous leave, and relocation support.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements available to help balance work and life.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in mining while working with passionate teams and innovative technology.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering and strong underground engineering experience required.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
- 8/6 FIFO from Perth or live locally in Kambalda or Kalgoorlie
- Excellent Life of Mine across the multiple Gold Fields assets
- Ideal role for an experienced underground Planning Engineer
- 8/6 FIFO from Perth or live locally in Kambalda or Kalgoorlie
- Excellent Life of Mine across the multiple Gold Fields assets
- Ideal role for an experienced underground Planning Engineer
The Opportunity
At Gold Fields, we build inclusive, high-performing teams that live our values and drive success.
If you're passionate about safety, technology and making a meaningful impact, join us as a Planning Engineer and help shape the future of the Hamlet underground operation.
- Reporting to the
- Senior
Engineer: Mine Planning, you will deliver short- and medium-term planning and scheduling for underground operations to meet safety, production and cost targets aligned with St Ives' strategic objectives.
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.
- Why You'll Love Working for Us
- Permanent role with a leading gold producer
- 6% site allowance, monthly private health allowance
- Quarterly bonus scheme
- 5 weeks annual leave & 18 weeks parental leave
- Relocation support offered
What You'll Do
- Develop the rolling 18-month mining schedule in line with budget requirements.
- Assist with budget schedule preparation.
- Ensure mine plans consider ventilation, infrastructure and paste fill needs
- Prepare stope designs, level plan layouts, and mining instructions aligned with operational mining schedule.
- Create infrastructure plans and schedules aligned with mining interactions and budget constraints
- Provide planning guidance to Production and support weekly scheduling
- Collaborate across departments to support key projects
- What You'll Bring
- Tertiary Qualifications in Mining Engineering, or a related discipline
- WA First Class Mine Manager's Certificate (completed or ability to obtain)
- Strong underground engineering experience, ideally in gold.
- Proficiency in MS Office and mining software (Deswik CAD, Deswik Scheduler, Ventsim)
- Manual Driver's license
- About Gold Fields
At Gold Fields, we believe great leadership is grounded in empathy, respect, and growth.
Join Gold Fields and be part of a company where people, passion, and purpose come together to create enduring value beyond mining.
Join an organisation endorsed by WORK180 for our commitment to creating an environment where inclusion and belonging matter, and you can build meaningful, long-term careers in mining, with fabulous mentors to guide you through from day one.
We recognise that everyone's circumstances are unique.
We're always open to conversations about flexible working arrangements that can help you balance work, family, and life.
- CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 26 JUNE 2026
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Engineer – Planning in Kambalda West employer: Gold Fields
GOLD FIELDS is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and innovation in the mining sector. With a FIFO roster from Perth, employees benefit from an attractive 8/6 work cycle, competitive remuneration, and comprehensive health insurance, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive team environment. The company’s commitment to employee well-being is evident through its industry-leading benefits, including a generous site allowance and incentive bonuses, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
