Geology Manager

Geology Manager

Ready to pursue your professional journey with Northern Star? As an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner, we have sizeable operations in Western Australia and Alaska. With unparalleled pathways for advancement and avenues for personal growth, we stand as Australia’s premier gold employer. Your journey starts here.

At Northern Star, we live by our STARR Core Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results. These Values are not just words on paper; they are the cornerstone of our Company culture and guide everything we do. You will play a pivotal role in upholding these Values and contributing to our collective success.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Geology Manager to join our fantastic and dynamic geology and SLT team at our Kalgoorlie Operations.

This opportunity is being offered as a site-based permanent full-time position working a 5:2/4:3 10-hour day residential roster (preferred), or a 4:3 12- hour day fly-in-fly-out roster may be considered for the ideal candidate.

Reporting through to the site General manager, you will be accountable for the performance, development, and integration of all geology functions across the operation (Operations & Growth).

Here’s what awaits you:

• Lead and manage the site geology department, fostering a strong safety culture and high-performance environment

• Oversee grade control, resource definition drilling, and geological modelling activities whilst focused on data quality, dilution and schedule.

• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of geological data to support short- and long-term mine planning

• Proven ability to establish and maintain robust geological processes and procedures

• Provide technical input into mine design, scheduling, and operational decision-making as well as ensuring collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

• Build strong & effective cross-functional relationships with Mining, Processing, and Technical Services teams.

• Geology team leadership & development: grow and mentor geologists, graduates, and technicians

• Manage budgets, costs, and contractor performance for geology and drilling activities

• Budget, risk and compliance management and monitoring In the geology space.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in underground gold operations in a senior geology role
• Strong understanding of grade control, reconciliation, and orebody knowledge
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to drive standards and behaviours
• Practical, delivery-focused approach with strong attention to detail
• Effective communicator with the ability to influence across departments and build team driven results. Ensuring clear communication with all operational, resource, corporate and exploration stakeholders.
• Completion of LGIRS statutory training and examinations, including Schedule 26 and SSE certifications, is essential

Qualifications:

Tertiary Qualifications in Geology, Current "C" Class Western Australian Drivers Licence (Manual). St Johns Senior First Aid certificate (desirable).

Passion for Growth:

Strong leadership skills and experience leading a diverse team of new-to-industry as well as experienced geologists. Ability to hold themselves and others accountable to their roles and responsibilities and deliver results. Good communication & collaboration skills. Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices. As well as being a pivotal member of the site SLT team and the responsibilities associated with this leadership role.

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…

• Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• Short-term incentive bonus program.
• Employee Share Plan programs.
• Gold standard parental leave policy.
• GoldSTARR rewards program - cash savings for everyday expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.
• Salary continuance (income protection) insurance from commencement.
• Salary sacrificing benefits, including novated leasing and remote area living benefit options.

Eligibility: 
Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes a medical, drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work and valid Australian national police clearance.     
Northern Star is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce.  We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

Apply now to join the Northern Star team!