Senior Environmental Advisor

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 are currently recruiting for a Senior Environment Advisor to join our Pilbara operations. This role will report directly to the Environmental Superintendent and involves an 8/6 FIFO roster from Perth to the Pilbara.

Key responsibilities in this position include:

• Ensure compliance with approvals, company policies and environmental legislation.
• Implement and update the Northern Star Environmental Management System (EMS) for new projects.
• Manage key site environmental risks, including land disturbance and water management.
• Analyse environmental data and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct audits, inspections and oversee corrective actions.
• Prepare environmental approval documents and statutory reports.
• Support incident investigations and management.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors and provide environmental advice.
• Deliver environmental training, presentations and workshops.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Environmental Superintendent.

Requirements:

• Degree qualification in Environmental Science or similar related to the role.
• Ideally 5 - 8 years’ experience, with previous work in a similar role within a mining company or construction company and with strong field/site experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of environmental legislation, regulations and compliance including but not limited to the EP Act 1986 and Mining Act 1978.
• Knowledge and work experience in GIS and mapping software, proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, experience with environmental management software including INX and monitoring databases.
• Strong in-person and written communication skills and the ability to convey environmental information and requirements to varied personnel across the business.
• A current National Police clearance.

Passion for Growth:

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!