Date: 25 Jun 2026

Location:

Westonaria, South Deep, South Africa, 1780

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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: Winder Fitter

JOB GRADING: C – Lower

DEPARTMENT: Engineering – Infrastructure

SITE: South Deep Gold Mine The Winder Fitter is accountable for the execution of general and specialist winder and associated installation maintenance, repairs and project work. The incumbent delivers scheduled and unscheduled tasks as assigned to ensure safe and optimal Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). A core accountability of the role is to maintain the highest possible safety standards in area of operation and influence.

Minimum Requirements:

Grade 12 or equivalent

Relevant Fitter Trade Certificate

Minimum 5 years’ experience as a winder fitter with working knowledge of maintenance regimes associated with different winders such as single drum, double drum and Blair Multi-Rope winders and associated equipment

Proven track record, advanced knowledge and diagnostic experience on hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Proficiency in different pumping sections both dirty and clean water, crushing equipment, conveyor belts, main ventilation fans, ore handling systems and processes.

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:

Accomplished personal safety track record

Proven interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills

Independent, proactive thinker and ability to schedule and deliver work within tight deadlines

Advanced proficiency in winder maintenance, hydraulic and pneumatic diagnostics and repairs

High level of multi-skilling and a good team player

Must be able to read complex mechanical drawings

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.

Perform inspections in accordance with the Mine Health and Safety Act regulations, manufacturing and Company standards

Promote and develop team work to become an affective team member

Ensure that condition monitoring of equipment, scheduled and planned maintenance are conducted effectively.

Timely response to breakdown management, conduct appropriate root cause analysis and diagnosis

Perform maintenance repairs, fabrication and installation work on all assigned equipment

Report all defects and breakdowns on equipment and machinery to the foreman

Assist with expansions and construction of new equipment or installations

Develop, modify, construct and install related equipment required for the safe operation of all engineering equipment

Identify spares requirements and order according to departmental procedure

Create and maintain job cards according to our SAP system and requirements

Work overtime, standby and be available for call-outs should the need arise

Closing Date: 03 July 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.