Current Vacancies at Gold Fields Limited

The Trackless Crew Leader is accountable for executing the safe and efficient delivery of assigned monthly production plan, leading operational teams to achieve prescribed safely goals and ensuring quality delivery according to operational standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matriculated or Equivalent with a recognized Blasting Certificate
• At least 5 years’ production experience in a deep level trackless mine with relevant TM3 equipment/machinery certificates
• Sound working knowledge of relevant Mine Health & Safety legislation
• Secure full Gold Fields Security and Related Occupational Screening
• Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

Key Competencies:

• Advanced safety leadership capability with proven safety campaign delivery record
• Accomplished team and people leader 
• Strong inter and intra-team collaboration skills
• Advanced practical mining experience with sound appreciation for full mining operational value chain
• Sound spoken and written English communication skills
• Ability to cope with ambiguity with high personal resilience and change adaptability
• Established problem-solving skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing and maintaining a safe environment with minimum risk to the health and safety of the crew
• Ensuring compliance to the Mines Health & Safety Act and related operational safety standards
• Accurate and timeous reporting of all relevant safety and production matters
• Promoting and developing team effectiveness within the department
• Ensuring that all relevant production targets are met continuously
• Taking accountability for proper discipline in the section
• Ensuring effective availability and utilization of equipment and materials
• Ensuring control of explosives and that planning and budget is controlled and applied correctly

Closing Date: 28 September 2023

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The Human Resources Officer – Recruitment is accountable for the effective and efficient sourcing of capable talent and skills for the mine.  The role encompasses the initiation of assigned sourcing events, sourcing candidates via established internal and external sourcing channels, system and manual applicant handling management, scheduling of interviews and overseeing the preparation of interview and selection processes. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
• A formal Human Resources qualification 
• Experience with recruitment processes and basic recruitment platforms
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of MS Office (specifically MS Excel) and, knowledge of SAP Success Factors
• Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

Key Competencies:

• Proven track record in safety leadership
• Proven interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills
• Independent, proactive thinker and ability to schedule and deliver work within tight deadlines
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation, health, safety, environmental, security policies, and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion
• Assist to coordinate the end-to-end recruitment and selection processes for all assigned recruitment events including  manual and system-based (Success factors) processes
• Prepare and present analytical and documented recruitment updates, status reports, etc.
• Act as a point of contact during sourcing events up to pre-selection process
• Assist to process job applications and respond to queries
• Assist with and facilitate required candidate screening and related processes such as qualifications, security, reference checks, etc.
• Ensure that applicant correspondence relating to registration, application receipt and regret letters are managed within the applicable processes

Closing Date: 28 September 2023

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The Geology Manager is accountable for leading the design, execution and monitoring of the South Deep integrated operational geology strategy incorporating Exploration, Production Geology, and Mineral Resource Estimation.  Drawing from an established mine geology track record, the incumbent initiates and leads the technical evaluation and optimisation of existing and new geological methodologies, techniques and technologies to drive efficient operational delivery including legal/regulatory compliance aligned to operational best practice.  As a senior Manager, the successful incumbent adopts accountability for embedding a values-based culture of safety, productivity and respectful engagement in all aspects of operational delivery.

Minimum Requirements:

• Postgraduate qualification in the Mineral Resource Management Discipline such as BSc (Hons) Geology BSc (Hons) Geostatistics etc.
• Qualified/ Competent Person for reporting Mineral Resources and affiliation with a professional organisation such as GSSA or SACNASP or any recognised professional organisations
• At least 15 years  experience in operational Geology / Mineral Resources Management, of which 5 should be in a middle management capacity
• Demonstrated experience in leading large and diverse teams toward sustained high performance
• Demonstrated understanding and application of technical career development and knowledge transfer / best practice sharing
• Proven ability to apply a systematic, knowledge-based problem-solving approach and structured methodologies (such as root cause analysis and statistical analysis) to investigate risks and opportunities to create effective, value-add technical solutions
• Track record of successful liaison at senior levels with suppliers, regulatory bodies, community stakeholders, research institutions and industry associations
• Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

Key Competencies:

• Proven track record in mine production geology, geological modelling, resource estimation, orebody evaluation, sampling/assaying and mine-to-mill reconciliation
• Established QA/QC capability in sample quality, database integrity and block model integrity
• Experienced in developing relevant reports in accordance with SAMREC, JORC mineral reporting standards (and other ROPO codes)
• Track record in the discovery of new resources and evaluation
• Experience in developing and maintaining spatial geological, structural and block models
• Advanced operational safety leadership experience with demonstrated safety delivery record
• Advanced proficiency in applicable legislative, safety, health & environmental requirements and standards

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in, and contribute towards the formulation and execution of the South Deep various safety, health, environment and Risk Management campaigns
• Collaboratively evaluate, design and execute the South Deep Geology Strategy aligned to the Life of Mine Plan ensuring an integrated Geology Value Chain execution programme covering Exploration, Production Geology and Mineral Resource Estimation
• Evaluate and refine the Mineral Resource Exploration Strategy to optimise resource identification, replacement in line with the strategic Life of Mine Plan
• Continuously evaluate and optimise resource delineation and grade control programmes and, implement remediation interventions as required
• Develop and embed standardised geological practices for mine geology, geological modelling, resource estimation, exploration drilling, ore sampling/assaying and mine-to-mill reconciliation
• Develop and maintain all spatial geological data such as structural block models while maintaining systems to optimise exploration delivery, diamond drilling, resource modelling and estimation,
• Conduct appropriate research on emerging geological leading practice to identify potential methodologies, techniques and technologies to optimise application, improve efficiency and geological confidence at South Deep
• Collaboratively develop and oversee the application of operational policies, processes, standards, and practices to embed the delivery of technical excellence in all aspects of the discipline
• Refine and continuously improve QA/QC standards and processes to enhance sample quality, database and block model integrity across the geology value chain
• Participate / lead regular and ad hoc short, medium and long-term operational planning and scheduling sessions with a focus on actively identifying and collaboratively solving operational delivery and value chain optimisation challenges
• Lead the coordination of geological support to the Mining and Metallurgy departments ensuring optimal data-driven analysis to enable detailed mine planning, scheduling and ore characterization
• Review and approve relevant drill plans, development plans, operational and planning activities
• Co-ordinate, review and oversee the preparation and publication of Annual Resource Statement in capacity of Competent Person ensuring alignment with relevant mineral reporting codes and standards such as SAMREC, JORC, ROPOs, etc.
• Effective contract management resulting in excellent safety and planned productivities
• Prepare and manage the development of department budgets, project expenditure plans/business case formulation, etc. and manage operational efficiencies as required

Closing Date: 29 September 2023

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South Deep Mine is a deep level underground operation, and the Section Manager Engineering is accountable for the safe, effective, and efficient operation of the vertical shaft and winder infrastructure and, surface ancillary infrastructure systems.  This accountability includes operational integration and optimisation, within a continuous operational cycle, of the vertical logistics, conveyance, and conveyor systems, including but not limited to all electrical reticulation infrastructure off reef, etc.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant Engineering Degree or Diploma
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) – Mines and Works
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in vertical shaft and winder environment with at least 5 years in a people leadership role
• Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge of operational refrigeration, compressed air, water reticulation and surface infrastructure systems
• Being declared medically fit for the role & environment as determined by a risk based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a heat tolerance Screening Test

Key Competencies:

• Advanced safety leadership capability with a proven safety campaign delivery record
• Accomplished team and people leader with advanced inter and intra-team collaboration and, sound spoken and written English communication skills
• Ability to cope with ambiguity and, high personal resilience and change adaptability
• Established problem-solving skills with appreciation for business optimisation methodologies e.g., lean-six sigma, etc.
• Advanced understanding of operational working culture and dealing with operational delivery challenges
• Advanced practical mining experience with expertise in operational production planning and work scheduling
• Project management competencies
• Sound operational budgeting and cost management skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in and lead interventions aimed at contributing to a culture of Zero Harm by adhering to and ensuring compliance with specified legislation, SHE policies and procedures and operational standards, instructions, and governance requirements
• Actively engage in and demonstrate Visible Felt Leadership aligned to operational SHE standards, operational campaigns, and instructions
• Schedule and conduct regular operational safety, safe work practice and operational delivery inspections ensuring appropriate remediation interventions are executed
• Remain abreast of relevant changes in applicable legislation, regulations, etc. and ensure that operational standards, policies, and procedures are appropriately updated and shared within peer groups
• Maintain effective people management practices by ensuring that team roles and competencies are clearly defined, and that effective team delivery is maintained
• Manage relationships with key internal Business Partners and external Stakeholders, by ensuring broad accountability is maintained against operational delivery, service level, commercial, community and ethical standards
• Manage the short, medium, and long-term operations and planned maintenance regime for the horizontal ore handling infrastructure and associated rail bound equipment infrastructure and systems in terms of acquisitions, commissioning, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning to optimise operational efficiency and effectiveness
• Define and manage equipment life cycle costing and define optimal maintenance practices or tactics for each asset/machine in area of accountability
• Maintain and review standards, procedures, codes of practices and or relevant policies
• Investigate and analyse operational delivery effectiveness with a view to recommending and developing collaborative and innovative solutions to optimise the interfaces between teams, processes, and systems
• Contribute toward the development and execution of operational improvement interventions and related projects
• Manage and monitor operational financial budgeting and management

Closing Date: 26 September 2023

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• The condition monitoring technician is responsible for performing all condition monitoring functions on TM3 equipment The incumbent also assists the Reliability Engineer in developing, implementing, and reviewing equipment maintenance processes, reliability centred maintenance (RCM) tactics, and defect elimination projects in order to improve equipment reliability and asset integrity of the mine fleet to world-class standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12/N3 or equivalent
• Trade Certificate (Diesel Mechanic/Electrician/Auto Electrician/Millwright)
• Have a minimum of three [3] years’ experience in condition monitoring in a trackless mining environment
• Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

Key Competencies:

• Proven track record in safety leadership
• Proven interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills
• Independent, proactive thinker and ability to schedule
• Extensive knowledge of all the various components related to Mining Machinery e.g., Engines/Transmissions/Convertors/Cylinders/Valves/Rock drills/Compressors etc.
• Knowledge of machinery and reliability fundamentals
• Functional knowledge of primary predictive technologies such as Vibration, Infrared Thermography, Oil Analysis, Ultrasonic Analysis and Motor Current Analysis
• Be computer literate in MS Office

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure health, safety and security of self and team by applying safety and security standards and procedures in the execution of maintenance activities
• Contribute to a culture of zero harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation, health, safety, environmental, security policies, and procedures, and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion
• Promotes and develops team work to become an effective team member
• Analyse and trend predictive maintenance data to improve machine reliability
• Develop, implement, and maintain condition monitoring dashboards
• Ongoing collaboration with the reliability and maintenance teams to develop and review maintenance and condition-based-maintenance strategies
• Carry out planned task observations to identify any poor-quality workmanship to improve the component life on all Equipment and machinery
• Identify, initiate, and implement improvement Quality projects to increase operational efficiencies and Equipment Reliability
• To ensure that mechanical equipment in Trackless Engineering is maintained in a highly effective state in accordance with the company’s procedures for operations
• Ensure that the condition monitoring of equipment, scheduled and planned maintenance are conducted timeously and effectively

Closing Date: 24 September 2023

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The role of the Trackless Supervisor is to effectively manage a multi-disciplinary team of Trackless Artisans, to ensure health and safety standards are adhered to and that the Drill Rig fleet is maintained to the highest standards to increase availability and reliability.   The Trackless Supervisor also ensures that condition monitoring information is used to improve overall fleet effectiveness and collaborates with other departments to ensure maintenance/refurbishment is effective and breakdowns are repaired with minimal downtime.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Relevant Trade Certificate
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a mechanized mining environment as an Artisan and 2 years in a Supervisory capacity
• Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre and pass a Heat Tolerance Screening test, and such other tests as may be required to assess the applicant’s suitability for employment

Key Competencies:

• Proven track record in safety leadership
• Skilled communicator with proven ability to engage at all levels
• Well-developed interpersonal collaboration and team skills
• Proven track record of production achievements
• Have good organising, coordination, and planning skills
• Computer literacy with basic MS Office and SAP proficiency

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure Health and Safety of section and team members by applying relevant standards and procedures in all planning and execution of maintenance activities
• Perform inspections in accordance with the MHSA regulations and company standards
• Contribute to the culture of Zero Harm by adhering to all requirements as laid down by legislation health safety environmental security policies and procedures and by the application of specific instructions to own work area and task completion
• Lead and supervise team to ensure optimal safe working practice, focussed preventative maintenance and breakdown management and, special tasks/projects as assigned
• Manage all team performance, development, and coaching to ensure optimal delivery
• Carry out Planned Task Observations (PTOs) to verify capability of team members and initiate remediation measures to improve individual capability which includes on-the-job coaching
• Lead and participate in failure investigations on installations, equipment, components, etc. to implement and/or recommend changes in maintenance and operating practice and, engage with OEM, suppliers and intermediaries as required to assist with investigations and the formulation of remediation interventions, etc.
• Responsible for implementation of the asset management strategy and tactical interventions in respect of all related installations, plant, equipment, etc. in area of responsibility
• Engage and participate in mechanised development process optimisation interventions to ensure continuous alignment to prescribed best practice standards
• Responsible for the maintenance of trackless equipment and to maintain standards and conditions within the TM3 section
• Responsible for the safe and proper installation of equipment
• Participate in and formulate annual section budgets, manage budget, spares inventory, including the placing and follow-up of orders

Closing Date: 24 September 2023