Ready to take your mining career to new heights? Northern Star Surface Mining (NSSM), the latest division launched by Northern Star—Australia’s leading gold producer—offers a pathway to innovation and growth. NSSM is dedicated to delivering outstanding results in gold mining operations, providing exciting opportunities for advancement and professional excellence.

Northern Star is renowned ASX 50 global-scale gold miner with major operations in Western Australia and Alaska. NSSM represents our commitment to expanding in-house capabilities and delivering exceptional surface mining support.

NSSM is committed to providing top-tier, in-house support for KCGM’s Super Pit Operations, all while embodying Northern Star’s STARR core values.

We are actively seeking experienced All-Round Operators for our Kalgoorlie operations, working on a 2/1 FIFO roster from Perth, local residential options or DIDO from nearby suburbs, with rotating day and night shifts.

Here’s what awaits you: 

• Consistently achieve or exceed productivity targets.
• Operate various open pit mining equipment, including 400t–600t excavators and other ancillary machinery as required.
• Operate multiple pieces of equipment across different tasks such as loading, hauling, stockpile management, road maintenance, and pit development.
• Maintain safe dig and dump areas, ensuring compliance with mine plans and traffic management procedures.
• Contribute to a strong safety culture by following site procedures, hazard controls, and environmental standards.
• Assist in mentoring less experienced operators and support a team-focused work environment.
• Accurately record production data and communicate effectively during handovers.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• Current “C” Class Western Australian Drivers Licence. 
• Proven experience operating excavators or face shovel in a production mining environment.
• Versatility across multiple equipment types such as dozers, graders or loaders.
• Strong commitment to safety, with sound knowledge of mine site procedures and traffic management.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to changing operational requirements.

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…

• Company-subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• 5 weeks’ annual leave for site-based employees.
• Employee Share Plan programs.
• Industry-leading parental leave policy.
• GoldSTARR rewards program – cash savings on everyday expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.
• Salary continuance (income protection) insurance from commencement.
• Salary sacrificing benefits, including novated leasing and remote area living options.

Eligibility:

Applicants must meet our pre-employment criteria, including a medical assessment, drug and alcohol screening, valid Australian work rights, and a national police clearance.

Northern Star Surface Mining is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Join NSSM and be part of an innovative chapter—delivering safe, efficient, and high-impact results alongside a high-performing team. By joining the team, you’ll benefit from highly competitive industry- hourly rates, KPI bonuses, a well-structured career pathway and the opportunity to make a real difference from the ground up.

At NSSM, you won’t just be a part of a new division; you’ll help shape its success… Your journey with NSSM starts now. Become part of an exceptional team.