Dewatering Technician - Wallaby Mine

About the role

Gold Fields is looking for a Dewatering Technician to join its underground maintenance team at the Wallaby mine. Reporting to the Electrical Leading Hand, you will help the team dewater the mine safely and efficiently by managing, installing, repairing and monitoring dewatering infrastructure, including diesel and electric pumps, while following policies, procedures and statutory regulations. The role is on an 8 days on, 6 days off roster, fly-in-fly-out from Perth or drive-in-drive-out from the Goldfields region.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical repairs, servicing or modifications to equipment to maximise machine availability and operating efficiency.
• Carry out preventative maintenance of the underground dewatering system.
• Fault-find, diagnose and repair damaged pumps and all dewatering infrastructure.
• Maintain ancillary equipment.
• Review maintenance processes regularly and propose modern technology where appropriate.
• Prioritise resources and coordinate unplanned work arising during the week.

Required profile

• Proven experience in fixed plant maintenance, preferably in an underground environment.
• Valid WA manual driver's licence.
• Knowledge and application of relevant statutory obligations.

Required skills

• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office programs; SAP would be an advantage.
• HR license, crane, dogging, EWP and forklift tickets would be advantageous.

What we offer

• Permanent role with a leading gold producer.
• 6% site allowance and quarterly bonus up to 10% annually.
• Monthly private health allowance.
• 6 weeks annual leave and pro rata long service leave after 5 years.
• Cultural leave of one week's paid leave aligned to rostered hours.
• FIFO parking discount and $10K employee referral bonus.

Applications close on 31 October 2026 through the Gold Fields careers website.