Farm Modderfontein,
Old Vereeniging Road,
Westonaria, 1779
PO Box 57,
Westonaria, 1780
South Africa
Tel +27 11 411 1000
Dir +27 11 411 1797
Fax +27 11 411 1588 www.goldfields.com
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 persons individual and collective contribution and support your ongoing development, helping you to achieve your career and our business aspirations.
Position
Processor Metallurgy
Job Grading
C-Lower
Department
Metallurgical Plant
Site
South Deep Gold Mine
The Processor Metallurgy is accountable for supervising the effective monitoring and operation of Plant units such as mills, screens, pumps, cyclones, tanks, etc to ensure unit performance is in accordance with set Plant parameters and mining operational standards.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent
Minimum 3 Years Backfill/Metallurgical Operations Experience
Knowledge of International Cyanide Management Institute implementation
Computer Literate (MS Office Word, Excel)
Valid drivers licence
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 applicants suitability for employment
Key Competencies
Proven safety leadership capability with established safety campaign delivery record
Effective communicator with sound spoken and written English communication skills
A high level of motivation, strong work ethic and self-starting attitude
Attention to detail and ensures accuracy in work
Able to handle conflict, work under pressure and manage time effectively
Duties And Responsibilities
Ensure health and safety of self and team members by applying relevant standards and procedures in all planning and 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
Oversee the application of good housekeeping standards, spillage management, etc. and initiating remedial actions as required
Monitor and conduct routine inspections on assigned operational units inclusive of mills, screens, pumps, cyclones, tanks, etc and ensuring units are performing according to set parameters
Identify under-performing or faulty units and takes necessary actions to remedy and/or generate job cards for submission to Foreman for further intervention
Oversee and monitor the effectiveness of sampling activities by Operators and ensuring proper submission to the laboratory for analysis
Prepare for and conduct Planned Task Observations (PTO) to ensure safe handover of units for maintenance activities
Supervise the effective availability and utilisation of equipment and materials to ensure achievement of daily production activities and targets
Complete daily log sheets ensuring accurate activity reporting on times, concentrations, densities, tank levels, flow rates, pressures and temperatures of the various units
Closing Date: 14 April 2025
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
Gold Fields is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment
NOTE: all relevant certificates must be attached to your CV in order to be considered for shortlisting
South Deep Joint Venture is an unincorporated joint venture between GFI Joint Venture Holdings Proprietary Limited (Reg. No. 1998/023354/07) and Gold Fields Operations Limited (Reg. No. 1959/003209/06), both wholly-owned subsidiaries of Newshelf 899 Proprietary Limited (Reg. No. 2007/019941/07) a subsidiary of Gold Fields Limited (Reg. No. 1968/004880/06).
Gold Fields Operations Limited Directors: MJ Fraser (Chairman), J Magagula, M Makhuvha, BL Mokoatle
GFI Joint Venture Holdings Proprietary Limited Directors: MJ Fraser (Chairman), J Magagula, M Makhuvha, BL Mokoatle
Company Secretary: Gold Fields Group Services (Pty) Limited





