Location:
St Ives - Kambalda, WA, AU, 6442
Company: Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd
Job Req ID: 68823
Location: St Ives
Roster: 8 days on / 6 days off (Day Shift), alternating with 7 nights on / 7 nights off (Night Shift)
Roster: 8 days on / 6 days off (Day Shift), alternating with 7 nights on / 7 nights off (Night Shift)
Join Gold Fields, where safety is at the heart of everything we do. We're seeking a dedicated Leading Hand Fitter to oversee and execute mechanical maintenance activities for our surface mobile equipment fleet. Reporting to the Mechanical Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability and optimal performance on site.
What we Offer
- Be part of a safety-first culture with supportive leadership
- Lifestyle-friendly 8/6 – 7/7 roster
- Residential options in Kambalda or Kalgoorlie, or FIFO from Perth
- Competitive salary package including allowances and bonuses
- Opportunities for development and progression
- Increased leave entitlements
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate mechanical maintenance for surface mobile equipment
- Ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Support and lead maintenance teams to meet operational targets
- Conduct regular inspections and troubleshooting of equipment issues
- Contribute to continuous improvement and asset reliability initiatives
About you
- Australian recognised Heavy Duty or Mobile Plant Trade qualification
- Demonstrated experience in a mechanical supervisory or leading-hand role within mining or heavy industry
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- A strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement
- 5 years minimum post trade experience
- Previous experience in Komatsu and Caterpillar fleets
- Holding a valid WA drivers license is mandatory;
- Tickets and certificates such as Apply First Aid, Crane, Dogging, EWP and Forklift are advantageous.
- Knowledge and application of relevant statutory obligations
- SAP experience is desirable
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.