Group Mining Engineer - Underground

About the Company

Northern Star Resources is a global-scale gold producer, with operating mines, a development project and exploration programs in Western Australia and Alaska. We own and operate three high-quality production centres: Kalgoorlie, Yandal and Pogo, and one development project, Hemi which are all located in low sovereign risk jurisdictions.

At Northern Star Resources, we’re committed to building a strong and sustainable workforce where our people can contribute to the ongoing success of our operations. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills through hands-on, practical experience in a fast-paced, diverse environment alongside leading industry professionals. Guided by our STARR Core Values, we focus on continuous improvement and invest in our people as we evolve and strengthen our business.

About the Role

Permanent full-time role based in Subiaco with ad-hoc site travel as required. Reporting to the General Manager – Technical Services, this opportunity will suit a highly motivated mining engineering technical expert looking to play an integral part in our future growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and mentoring the corporate underground technical team.
• Providing expert technical advice and support to executive and operational leaders.
• Providing strategic direction to operations as required.
• Lead mine planning, technical studies and feasibility assessments for operational and development projects.
• Coordinating the annual consolidation of Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves for JORC reporting.
• Reviewing and auditing processes and systems across cut-off grade determination, life-of-mine planning, mine design, scheduling, project evaluation and execution.
• Providing technical oversight and strategic guidance across underground mining operations.

What you’ll add value

• 15+ years of relevant experience within the gold mining industry
• Extensive experience working within an underground mining environment.
• Strong understanding of the Work Health and Safety legislation and the application to underground mining operations.
• Experience in leading mining studies, including scoping and feasibility work.
• Demonstrated success in delivering large-scale mining projects across a range of mining methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and mining software including Deswik.
• Strong analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills.
• Fantastic interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a high-performing team and build strong relationships across multiple levels of the business, including site-based personnel.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering
• Membership of AusIMM
• Current WA “C” Class Manual Drivers Licence

Our people, your benefits

• Subsidised GU Health Insurance for employees and immediate family, including gold-level hospital and ancillary benefits with rebates from 80% -100%.
• Competitive bonus program with quarterly and annual incentive opportunities.
• Long-term incentive opportunities for eligible management roles.
• Employee share plans with free shares and matched contributions.
• Comprehensive parental leave policy and confidential wellbeing support.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing and FIFO benefits where applicable.
• Flexible working policy, with arrangements considered based on business and role requirements.

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 Resources 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!