From a list of 350 candidates, Gold Fields picks CEO who aims to take group to 'next level'

New Gold Fields CEO Mike Fraser will shape the vision and strategy for the global mining house, which he plans to take to "the next level" through a keen focus on growing cash flows. 

Speaking to investors on a call on Monday, the South African-born CEO said he had some ideas of where to find value opportunities at Gold Fields, although this would come down to assessing how capital gets allocated, looking for opportunities within the existing assets for further optimisation and value unlock. And lastly, looking for growth prospects.

Fraser will take the top job in January next year, taking over from interim CEO Martin Preece, who has been steering the ship since the exit of Chris Griffith in late 2022. Griffith resigned after a deal to acquire Yamana Gold fell flat.