About this role
Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd
Want to kickstart your career in one of Australia’s most dynamic gold mining areas while mastering skills that open doors?
At Gold Fields, we have a large portfolio of underground and open pit mines across 4 mine sites where you’ll get hands-on experience, high quality training, and real-world challenges — all while working alongside a world-class team.
Why Choose Gold Fields?
Learn from the best: Our crew of experts will mentor you every step of the way.
Do real work: From underground tunnels to towering heights at the processing plant, every day is an adventure!
Safety first: We take your safety seriously — it’s the heart of everything we do.
Work-life balance: FIFO roster with 8 days on, 6 days off. More time to recharge and enjoy life.
Benefits you will receive
Competitive pay + 6% site allowance
Quarterly bonus scheme
5 weeks annual leave
Private health insurance allowance
Internal & external training
What you will be doing?
You’ll learn how to maintain and troubleshoot mining equipment to minimise downtime
Complete on-the-job and formal TAFE training to become a qualified tradesperson
Keep your work area clean, organised, and safe
Report hazards and incidents using site safety systems
Support the maintenance team with day-to-day tasks
What You’ll Need
A genuine passion for learning about the mechanical fitting trade and a can-do attitude.
Good communication and basic computer skills.
WA Manual Driver’s License.
Successful completion of a Certificate II in Engineering would be highly regarded
Ready to Launch Your Mining Career?
Our apprentice intake kicks off January 2027 — don’t miss your chance to join a safe, challenging, and rewarding workplace with endless opportunities to grow.
Apply now at https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia
APPLICATIONS WILL CLOSE 11 November 2026.
Sign in to see your fit
See how well this role matches you — your interests, your readiness, honestly scored.
TAFE fees
Not stated
Relocation
Not provided
Living
Live local
Takes first-years
Yes
FIFO, 8 days on, 6 days off
The honest preview
The good
- ✓You get 5 weeks of annual leave.
The hard parts
- !It is a fly-in fly-out job, working 8 days in a row and then having 6 days off.
What surprises people
- ?Some of the work is in underground tunnels and some is up at great heights at the processing plant.
- ?The ad says it is for a first-year apprentice, but it also says you need at least 1 year of mechanical fitting experience.
Typical for this occupation
Industry averages for a qualified Fitter General, across all employers — not this employer’s offer, and after you finish the apprenticeship, not during.
$2,243/wk
Typical weekly earnings
2%
Share who are women
Stable
Growth outlook
About this role
Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd
Want to kickstart your career in one of Australia’s most dynamic gold mining areas while mastering skills that open doors?
At Gold Fields, we have a large portfolio of underground and open pit mines across 4 mine sites where you’ll get hands-on experience, high quality training, and real-world challenges — all while working alongside a world-class team.
Why Choose Gold Fields?
Learn from the best: Our crew of experts will mentor you every step of the way.
Do real work: From underground tunnels to towering heights at the processing plant, every day is an adventure!
Safety first: We take your safety seriously — it’s the heart of everything we do.
Work-life balance: FIFO roster with 8 days on, 6 days off. More time to recharge and enjoy life.
Benefits you will receive
Competitive pay + 6% site allowance
Quarterly bonus scheme
5 weeks annual leave
Private health insurance allowance
Internal & external training
What you will be doing?
You’ll learn how to maintain and troubleshoot mining equipment to minimise downtime
Complete on-the-job and formal TAFE training to become a qualified tradesperson
Keep your work area clean, organised, and safe
Report hazards and incidents using site safety systems
Support the maintenance team with day-to-day tasks
What You’ll Need
A genuine passion for learning about the mechanical fitting trade and a can-do attitude.
Good communication and basic computer skills.
WA Manual Driver’s License.
Successful completion of a Certificate II in Engineering would be highly regarded
Ready to Launch Your Mining Career?
Our apprentice intake kicks off January 2027 — don’t miss your chance to join a safe, challenging, and rewarding workplace with endless opportunities to grow.
Apply now at https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia
APPLICATIONS WILL CLOSE 11 November 2026.
The honest preview
The good
- ✓You get 5 weeks of annual leave.
The hard parts
- !It is a fly-in fly-out job, working 8 days in a row and then having 6 days off.
What surprises people
- ?Some of the work is in underground tunnels and some is up at great heights at the processing plant.
- ?The ad says it is for a first-year apprentice, but it also says you need at least 1 year of mechanical fitting experience.
Typical for this occupation
Industry averages for a qualified Fitter General, across all employers — not this employer’s offer, and after you finish the apprenticeship, not during.
$2,243/wk
Typical weekly earnings
2%
Share who are women
Stable
Growth outlook
About this role
Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd
Want to kickstart your career in one of Australia’s most dynamic gold mining areas while mastering skills that open doors?
At Gold Fields, we have a large portfolio of underground and open pit mines across 4 mine sites where you’ll get hands-on experience, high quality training, and real-world challenges — all while working alongside a world-class team.
Why Choose Gold Fields?
Learn from the best: Our crew of experts will mentor you every step of the way.
Do real work: From underground tunnels to towering heights at the processing plant, every day is an adventure!
Safety first: We take your safety seriously — it’s the heart of everything we do.
Work-life balance: FIFO roster with 8 days on, 6 days off. More time to recharge and enjoy life.
Benefits you will receive
Competitive pay + 6% site allowance
Quarterly bonus scheme
5 weeks annual leave
Private health insurance allowance
Internal & external training
What you will be doing?
You’ll learn how to maintain and troubleshoot mining equipment to minimise downtime
Complete on-the-job and formal TAFE training to become a qualified tradesperson
Keep your work area clean, organised, and safe
Report hazards and incidents using site safety systems
Support the maintenance team with day-to-day tasks
What You’ll Need
A genuine passion for learning about the mechanical fitting trade and a can-do attitude.
Good communication and basic computer skills.
WA Manual Driver’s License.
Successful completion of a Certificate II in Engineering would be highly regarded
Ready to Launch Your Mining Career?
Our apprentice intake kicks off January 2027 — don’t miss your chance to join a safe, challenging, and rewarding workplace with endless opportunities to grow.
Apply now at https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia
APPLICATIONS WILL CLOSE 11 November 2026.
Sign in to see your fit
See how well this role matches you — your interests, your readiness, honestly scored.
TAFE fees
Not stated
Relocation
Not provided
Living
Live local
Takes first-years
Yes
FIFO, 8 days on, 6 days off
The honest preview
The good
- ✓You get 5 weeks of annual leave.
The hard parts
- !It is a fly-in fly-out job, working 8 days in a row and then having 6 days off.
What surprises people
- ?Some of the work is in underground tunnels and some is up at great heights at the processing plant.
- ?The ad says it is for a first-year apprentice, but it also says you need at least 1 year of mechanical fitting experience.
Typical for this occupation
Industry averages for a qualified Fitter General, across all employers — not this employer’s offer, and after you finish the apprenticeship, not during.
$2,243/wk
Typical weekly earnings
2%
Share who are women
Stable
Growth outlook
About this role
Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Ltd
Want to kickstart your career in one of Australia’s most dynamic gold mining areas while mastering skills that open doors?
At Gold Fields, we have a large portfolio of underground and open pit mines across 4 mine sites where you’ll get hands-on experience, high quality training, and real-world challenges — all while working alongside a world-class team.
Why Choose Gold Fields?
Learn from the best: Our crew of experts will mentor you every step of the way.
Do real work: From underground tunnels to towering heights at the processing plant, every day is an adventure!
Safety first: We take your safety seriously — it’s the heart of everything we do.
Work-life balance: FIFO roster with 8 days on, 6 days off. More time to recharge and enjoy life.
Benefits you will receive
Competitive pay + 6% site allowance
Quarterly bonus scheme
5 weeks annual leave
Private health insurance allowance
Internal & external training
What you will be doing?
You’ll learn how to maintain and troubleshoot mining equipment to minimise downtime
Complete on-the-job and formal TAFE training to become a qualified tradesperson
Keep your work area clean, organised, and safe
Report hazards and incidents using site safety systems
Support the maintenance team with day-to-day tasks
What You’ll Need
A genuine passion for learning about the mechanical fitting trade and a can-do attitude.
Good communication and basic computer skills.
WA Manual Driver’s License.
Successful completion of a Certificate II in Engineering would be highly regarded
Ready to Launch Your Mining Career?
Our apprentice intake kicks off January 2027 — don’t miss your chance to join a safe, challenging, and rewarding workplace with endless opportunities to grow.
Apply now at https://careers.goldfields.com/Australia
APPLICATIONS WILL CLOSE 11 November 2026.
The honest preview
The good
- ✓You get 5 weeks of annual leave.
The hard parts
- !It is a fly-in fly-out job, working 8 days in a row and then having 6 days off.
What surprises people
- ?Some of the work is in underground tunnels and some is up at great heights at the processing plant.
- ?The ad says it is for a first-year apprentice, but it also says you need at least 1 year of mechanical fitting experience.
Typical for this occupation
Industry averages for a qualified Fitter General, across all employers — not this employer’s offer, and after you finish the apprenticeship, not during.
$2,243/wk
Typical weekly earnings
2%
Share who are women
Stable
Growth outlook