Process Technician - Leading Hand

About the Company

Northern Star Resources is an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner with sizeable operations in Western Australia and Alaska. We are committed to Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results and provide pathways for advancement and personal growth across our Thunderbox operations.

About the Role

Northern Star has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Leading Hand Process Technician at our world-class Thunderbox operations. This position will require you to lead your crew in the day-to-day responsibilities of keeping the Process Plant running safely and efficiently, and is offered on a 8-6/7-7 roster - FIFO ex Perth.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring crew members are adequately inducted and trained in their work area and are aware of all workplace rules, critical procedures & responsibilities on site.
• Ensuring the effective recovery of gold from ore processed whilst minimising costs
• Manage the performance of the processing plant, tailings delivery and tailings deposition in accordance with agreed safety, environmental and production KPI’s
• Undertaking hazard analysis, ensuring all accidents and incidents are reported
• Identifying/reporting maintenance requirements for plant and equipment through the undertaking of workplace inspections
• Develop and train crew members in all areas of the plant, striving towards employee level advancement of personnel.

About You / Requirements

• Experience: Previous similar experience working in a gold processing plant, high regard towards safety & attention to detail.
• Qualifications: Australian C Class Driver’s License & Schedule 26 certification
• Passions for Growth: A strong desire & motivation to be part of & lead a successful processing team & contribute to Northern Star's dynamic work environment.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Australian C Class Driver’s License
• Schedule 26 certification

What’s On Offer / Benefits

• Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• Short-term incentive bonus program.
• 5 weeks annual leave for site-based employees.
• 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 an 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.

How to Apply

Apply now to join the Northern Star team!