Principal Specialist Resource Geologist – Corporate Development

Principal Specialist Resource Geologist – Corporate Development

Gold Fields is a globally diversified gold producer with operations in Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Peru, Canada, and Chile. The role sits within Corporate Development at the centre of growth strategy, combining technical expertise with strategic and commercial insight. The role leads geological and resource due diligence of external opportunities, partnering with exploration and operations to unlock value, sharpen strategic planning, and optimise long-term growth options globally.

We are looking for someone who can see the big picture, connect the dots, and bring concepts to life.

Responsible for generating and assessing geological, mineralisation, and grade models for growth scenarios and asset-transformational projects. Brings global, cross-disciplinary geological breadth, robust conceptual thinking across the full range of ore system possibilities and produces fit-for-purpose resource models that inform investment and portfolio decisions.

• Review data room information including resource and reserve statements, block models, geological databases, QAQC, mine designs, schedules, costs, and technical reports;
• Develop conceptual geological models from aspirational to advanced levels, incorporating full ore system potential across multiple geological scenarios;
• Generate fit-for-purpose resource estimations and simulations through advanced geostatistical techniques, calibrated to available data and decision requirements;
• Produce high-quality resource models considering financial and strategic impacts on mining and exploration decisions;
• Conduct comprehensive technical reviews and produce decision-ready reports;
• Undertake technical work supporting growth, asset strategic planning, and portfolio scenario development;
• Conduct thorough due diligence across technical, geological, and financial aspects;
• Conduct site visits domestically and internationally as required;
• Stay current with advancements in geological modelling and resource estimation;
• Work independently and collaboratively within multi-disciplinary project teams.

• Competitive compensation and retirement plan
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Flexible work arrangements
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

• Relevant university degree in Geology (postgraduate degree preferred);
• About 20 years of relevant professional experience across technical, project-based, and operational roles;
• Demonstrated experience across multiple deposit types and regions;
• Advanced 3D geological interpretation skills with the ability to apply this to Resource estimation;
• Experience with linear estimation, recoverable estimation, and simulation techniques;
• Ability to think conceptually at district to deposit scale beyond the immediate data set;
• Independent capability to produce fit-for-purpose resource models across the full spectrum of project maturity;
• Familiarity with underground and open-pit mining environments;
• Applies Conceptual, systems-scale geological thinking across the full range of scenarios and development stages;
• Broad geological and mining literacy across exploration, resource geology, and mining contexts;
• Global and multi-jurisdictional perspective informed by experience across multiple countries and regions;
• Ability to interact at a technical level across different geographic regions and at various levels within the organization;
• Strong financial acumen and understanding of business drivers;
• The role requires a strategic mindset, with the ability to think analytically, anticipate risks, opportunities, and develop solutions to complex problems with minimal data and tight time frames;
• Proficiency in French and/or Spanish considered an asset.