Production Superintendent

About the Company

Northern Star is an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner with sizeable operations in Western Australia and Alaska. We live by STARR Core Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results, which guide everything we do.

About the Role

We have a challenging but rewarding Production Superintendent position at the world class KCGM Superpit, boasting a +10-year mine life. We offer an 8:6 Kalgoorlie residential day shift roster or FIFO from Perth for suitable candidates.

Here’s what awaits you:

• Being responsible for providing effective leadership and day to day management of the Open Pit Production team activities to achieve desired results, within the Open Pits department at Kalgoorlie Consolidated Gold Mines (KCGM).
• Mentoring and coaching and development of succession plans for all critical positions.
• Foster strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, including Technical Services, Maintenance, and Safety teams, to ensure alignment of production activities with operational objectives. Engaging with external contractors and service providers to coordinate activities, manage performance, and ensure compliance with site standards and safety requirements.
• Ensuring that operational plans are effectively managed and executed by the team to align with departmental and company performance requirements.
• Tracking of plant performance to monthly and quarterly production plans.
• Assisting the Alternate Open Pit Manager with monthly cost review. Displaying a comprehensive knowledge of key performance indicators and take necessary actions to ensure production and financial success.
• Ability to drive team culture that aligns with Northern Star core values.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

Required:

• Section 44 or equivalent.
• Valid WA Quarry Manager’s Certificate of Competency (or ability to obtain).
• Current “C” Class Western Australian Drivers Licence.

Desired Qualifications:

• Extensive practical experience (15 years +) in open pit mining operations, including Load & Haul and Drill & Blast activities.
• Proven ability to manage and lead production teams in a high-performance, safety-focused and cost effective environment.
• Previous experience managing operational costs, drivers and corrective actions
• Effective operational planning skills with the ability to ensure that the production team meets or exceeds the required forecasts and/or budgets
• Proven positive track record in operational performance management
• Previous experience coordinating engineering and technical services to best optimise operational performance
• Previous experience in managing all aspects of personnel development, training and industrial relations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mining equipment capabilities, utilisation strategies, and maintenance coordination.
• Competency in the use of mine production systems and software.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficient computer and Microsoft office suite skills.
• Passion for Growth: A strong desire & motivation to lead a successful department & contribute to Northern Star's dynamic work environment.

What’s on offer / Perks

• Company subsidised Premium 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!