Senior Geologist - Growth

Senior Geologist - Growth

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 seeking a talented and dynamic Senior Geologist - Growth to join our team at our Kalgoorlie Operations on a Residential, 5/2, 4/3 roster, working 10-hours per day with focus on leading and coordinating our Growth Geology Team.

You will be responsible for mentoring and supervision of Graduates to Project Geologists, project planning, geological reporting, budget tracking and drill execution. Are you ready to dig-deeper?

Here’s what awaits you:

• Review and approve mine design plans, Opex, Capex and drill programs
• Manage and drive continues improvement projects as required by Geology Management
• Drill data collection and validity, interpretation updates, QAQC, determining mineralisation controls and modelling the geology to develop mineral resources
• Liaise with other departments as required regarding mine planning and operations, and metallurgy to assist with optimal mill performance.
• Build and manage team as required including mentoring the less experienced staff, emphasising safety, high technical standards, and continuous improvement

Qualifications: Tertiary qualification (minimum degree level) in geology, current Unencumbered Western Australian “C” Class Manual Drivers Licence.

Experience: Extensive experience as a geologist in the resource industry, preferably in gold mining, experience with geology software packages, strong knowledge and experience in sampling, Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QAQC), geological modelling, grade estimation techniques, and reconciliation, leadership experience, Contractor Management (analytical assay and drilling), excellent report writing and presentation skills.

Passion for Growth: Northern Stars high quality and passionate geology teams have a wide range of expertise, experience, and a history of skill development ready to advance your career to the next level.

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…

• Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• Short-term incentive bonus program.
• 4 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 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!