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GOLDFIELDS IS HIRING
INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN
Location: Westonaria, South Deep, South Africa, 1780
Company: Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd
Job Req ID:
South Deep is recruiting!
This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders.
At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.
POSITION: Instrument Technician
JOB GRADING: C ‑ Upper
DEPARTMENT: Technical Services Intel
SITE: South Deep Gold Mine
The Instrument Technician is accountable for executing specialised technical functions on underground mining control and automation systems, including Allen-Bradley Rockwell Automation platforms and FactoryTalk SCADA packages, to optimise mining processes and equipment performance in accordance with prescribed guidelines, policies, and procedures. A core accountability of the role is to maintain the highest possible safety standards within the underground environment and area of influence while ensuring system reliability, availability, and operational efficiency.
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12 qualification or equivalent
- Instrument Mechanician Trade Certificate
- National Diploma in Electrical light current or N6 certificate in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 5 years’ experience of which 2 years’ on installation and maintenance of process control equipment
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in Hard Rock Mining, Shaft or TMM maintenance
- Sound knowledge of Allen-Bradley, Rockwell Automation and FactoryTalk SCADA Packages
- 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
NOTE: All required documentation must be uploaded to your online application to be considered for shortlisting
Key Competencies:
- Proven track record in personal safety leadership
- Proven interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills
- Independent, proactive thinker and ability to schedule and deliver work within tight deadlines
- Correctly apply best installation practices from mechanical, electrical and instrumentation perspective on all types of field Instruments
- Ability to read and comprehend instrumentation drawings
- Working knowledge of operational technology in line with a control and instrumentation technicians’ role
- Proficient in application of process control
- Sound knowledge of different operating systems
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure the Health and Safety of self and team members by applying relevant standards and procedures in the planning and execution of operational activities
- Contribute to the culture of Zero Harm by participating in and contributing to operational safety campaigns, applying relevant legislative, operational and safe work standards and regulations and, instituting and monitoring appropriate remedial actions as required
- Actively support the company’s strategies and initiatives to promote a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace with a culture of accountability and care
- Maintain the safe operation of equipment, systems and processes in area of responsibility
- Adhere to planned maintenance schedule and eliminate unplanned tasks pertaining to Networks, Wi-Fi, Seismic, Fire Detection, Time and Attendance, Leaky Feeder, Telephones, Central blasting, Cameras, TMM machinery and equipment (CPS, Tele-remote, Autonomous, etc.)
- Execute preventative maintenance service and quality repair of equipment in conjunction with planned activities
- Ensure effective interface between and accuracy of all process control field instruments and systems
- Participate and lead various assigned expansion and or modification projects
Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.
Should you require any assistance or have any challenges in applying for a position, please contact the Recruitment hub on 011 411 1387
Creating enduring value beyond mining
Gold Fields is committed to advancing its Employment Equity (EE) strategy through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). All Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) and differently abled candidates may apply.
LEARNER MINER 18-2
Location: Westonaria, South Deep, South Africa, 1780
Company: Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd
Job Req ID:
South Deep is recruiting!
This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders.
At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.
POSITION: Learner Miner
JOB GRADING: NG
DEPARTMENT: Human Resource Development
SITE: South Deep Gold Mine
The South Deep Gold Mine is offering aspiring Employees and or prospective Applicants from within our Host Communities interested in pursuing a career in Mining, the opportunity to enter into a formal Learner Miner Learnership programme
To qualify as an Applicant from a Host Community you would need to either:
a) Be a resident of one of our Host Communities being Bekkersdaal, Zuurberkom, Thusanang, Hillshaven, Westonaria, Poortjie, Simunye, Kalbasfontein or Jachtfontein, or
b) Successfully passed Grade 12 and or matric at a school situated within one of the said Host Communities mentioned hereinabove.
The programme offers practical work-based training to enable learners to adapt effectively in the world of work and to be employable at the end of their programme.
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12 (NQF 4) or equivalent qualification being an N3 (with two languages passed)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a mining operation
- 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
NOTE: All required documentation must be uploaded to your online application to be considered for shortlisting
Key Competencies:
- Abide by all health and safety rules / regulations applicable on the mine
- Undergoing technical training as prescribed by MQA/ DMRE during the Training Programme
- Maintain consistent performance as per scheduled technical evaluation cycles
- Take personal accountability for driving own career development and initiating developmental discussions
- Actively engage with HRD and technical oversight team to obtain feedback
- Adhere to the company`s conditions of employment, policies and code of conduct
- Promoting teamwork and being an effective team member
- Abide by the values of South Deep Gold Mine, i.e. Safety, Respect, Collaboration and Responsibility
- Proficient in English oral and written communication skills
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Consistently apply safe work practices in accordance with prescribed standards, procedures, and site requirements
- Identify, report, and escalate any safety, health, environmental, risk conditions, incidents, or accidents to the immediate supervisor for corrective action
- Participate in the risk assessment with the Artisan on the work to be carried out
- Assist artisans with execution of daily maintenance work
- Handle, clean and store tools used in a safe manner
- Ensure good housekeeping in workshops, area of maintenance and general areas around the Plant
- Report any hazards or risks exposing the health and safety of fellow employees
- Perform standby duties when required
Closing Date: 26 August 2026
Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.
Should you require any assistance or have any challenges in applying for a position, please contact the Recruitment hub on 011 411 1387
Creating enduring value beyond mining
Gold Fields is committed to advancing its Employment Equity (EE) strategy through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). All Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) and differently abled candidates may apply.
LEARNER WINDING ENGINE DRIVER
Location: Westonaria, South Deep, South Africa, 1780
Company: Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd
Job Req ID:
South Deep is recruiting!
This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders.
At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.
POSITION: Learner Winding Engine Driver
JOB GRADING: NG
DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
SITE: South Deep Gold Mine
South Deep Gold Mine is offering aspiring employees interested in pursuing a career as a Winding Engine Driver the opportunity to enter into a formal learnership development programme.
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12 with Maths and Science
- Onsetter’s certificate
- Minimum 5 years’ shaft with Banksman and or/Onsetter experience
- 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
NOTE: All required documentation must be uploaded to your online application to be considered for shortlisting
Key Competencies:
- Abide by all health and safety rules / regulations applicable on the mine
- Undergoing technical training as prescribed by MQA/ DMRE during the Training Programme
- Maintain consistent performance as per scheduled technical evaluation cycles
- Take personal accountability for driving own career development and initiating developmental discussions
- Promoting teamwork and being an effective team member
- Abide by the values of South Deep Gold Mine i.e. safety, integrity, respect, responsibility, innovation, and collaborative delivery
- Proficient in English oral and written communication skills
Closing Date: 25 August 2026
Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.
Should you require any assistance or have any challenges in applying for a position, please contact the Recruitment hub on 011 411 1387
Creating enduring value beyond mining
Gold Fields is committed to advancing its Employment Equity (EE) strategy through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). All Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) and differently abled candidates may apply.
SENIOR SPECIALIST RESOURCE GEOLOGY
Location: Westonaria, South Deep, South Africa
Company: Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd
Job Req ID:
South Deep is recruiting!
This is an opportunity to bring your expertise to a dynamic and engaged team of professionals, working together to become the beacon of pride for our people, our communities, our stakeholders, and our shareholders.
At South Deep, we value each person’s individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.
POSITION: Senior Specialist Resource Geology
JOB GRADING: D Lower
DEPARTMENT: Technical Services
SITE: South Deep Gold Mine
The Senior Specialist Resource Geologist will be responsible for overseeing mineral resource estimation, modelling, and reporting, ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ISO 17025 and SOX. This role involves people management practices, driving quality assurance and control processes, optimising Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves, and managing risks to meet business requirements and stakeholder expectations.
Minimum Requirements:
- BSc Honours in Geology or related postgraduate qualification in the Mineral Resource Management discipline
- Registered with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP)
- At least 5 years’ geological modelling and mineral resource estimation experience in Geology / Mineral Resource Management
- Extensive knowledge in database management and grade estimation techniques and be proficient in the use of geological modelling and geostatistical software such as Leapfrog, Datamine and Supervisor
- 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 with advanced inter and intra-team collaboration and, sound spoken and written English communication skills
- Ability to cope with ambiguity with high personal resilience, change adaptability and attention to detail
- Proven diagnostic and problem-solving skills
- Sound project management and organisational skills
- Basic SQL, database and systems management
- Proven track record in the practical application of geostatistical techniques to exploration and mine geology data
- Mineral resource estimation and mineral resource reporting
- Sound understanding and application of SAMREC Code and related reporting requirements
- Designing, compiling and implementing business processes and standards
- Appreciation of technological interfaces and capabilities/opportunities within the mineral resource’s environment
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, operational standards, instructions and governance requirements
- Actively engage in and demonstrate Visible Felt Leadership aligned to operational SHE standards, operational campaigns and instructions
- Maintain effective people management practices by ensuring that team roles and competencies are clearly defined, and that effective team delivery is maintained
- Ensure quality assurance and quality control (QAQC), integrity and compliance with ISO 17025 during the sample collection, preparation, processing, and analysis phases through audits, stakeholder engagement, continuous improvement initiatives, and effective database management systems and processes
- Providing expert technical, QAQC, modelling, and evaluation services to optimise the operation’s Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves
- Responsible for the mineral resource estimation and reporting of resource models
- Ensuring SOX compliance, and compliance to audits by the Corporate Technical Services and external auditors
- Co-ordinate projects and implementing integrated processes and systems across the section to meet business requirements and stakeholder expectations
- Managing the Mineral Resource risks to acceptable levels
- Review standards and implement best practice for sampling, mineral resource estimation, modelling, and reporting
Please note that the Gold Fields code of conduct strictly prohibits the exchange of any payment as part of its recruitment process.
Should you require any assistance or have any challenges in applying for a position, please contact the Recruitment hub on 011 411 1387
Creating enduring value beyond mining
Gold Fields is committed to advancing Employment Equity (EE) through our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) values. We encourage Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) and differently abled candidates to apply.
