Overview
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. Gold Fields Australia is currently seeking a Process Operator to join their Processing teams across our Western Australian operations.
Locations
* 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
Responsibilities
* Operate the processing plant and associated equipment in a safe, productive and efficient manner to maximise plant performance while protecting the environment and the health and safety of personnel.
* Operate the processing plant equipment related 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 procedures to ensure timely, consistent, and efficient execution of mining plans.
What you will need / Qualifications
* 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, spreadsheets and databases.
* Possess a valid driver's licence.
About Gold Fields
We work together as a team to deliver excellent results and take pride in what we do. We actively seek input from others and believe that diverse views improve the quality of our work. We work hard, so when the business achieves its goals, employees can share in better salary increases and bonuses, and we have more money to invest in communities and ongoing renewable energy projects.
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