Alternate Underground Manager

We have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an Alternate Underground Manager to join our Underground team at our Kanowna Belle Operations.

Reporting to the Underground Manager, this is a new layer of Alternate Underground Managers in the organisation structure, where the primary role of the Alternate Underground Manager, is to provide leadership support to the operational and technical teams to safely and effectively execute the mining plan.

The role is offered on an 8/6 roster, 12-hour days, and this position can be either residential in Kalgoorlie as the ‘heart of the goldfields’ with relocation expenses covered, or as a FIFO role ex Perth. With our newly revised salary bandings, we are offering highly competitive salary packages for these roles, along with excellent benefits and long-term career opportunities.

Here’s what awaits you: 

• Directly control, manage, and supervise the operational and technical services team, including external mining contractors to safely achieve our agreed business plans.
• Prepare forecasts and develop mining strategy with assistance from the geology department, planning and production engineering teams to deliver on mining cost, mine development, ore productions and key infrastructure upgrades to maximise the mine's contribution to the wider operation.
• Manage and direct the underground technical team to produce the plans and designs in line with the mining schedule to deliver monthly production that achieves the budgeted tonnes and ounces.
• Maintain regular communication with mine personnel to share updates, direction, and performance targets.
• Maintain open and positive communication with other parts of the Mining Operation.
• Develop personnel directly reporting to this position through coaching, training, and regular appraisals.
• Demonstrate strong leadership through well-developed communication skills, including managing for performance and the ability to communicate mining operations information to management and site visitors.
• Champion a safety-first culture by proactively identifying and mitigating mining risks.
• Analyse and report on mining operational performance to identify any early interventions required to maintain performance.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to challenge the operational status quo and seek out improvements that will enable the planned growth of the mine.

To thrive in this role, you`ll need:

Experience:

• Demonstrable experience in underground mine management at a minimum
• Alternate Underground Manager level. Underground production, project and planning experience in a mechanised hard-rock underground mine.
• Proven leadership and communication skills with a team of direct reports.
• Extensive knowledge of the Mining Work Health and Safety Regulations and Act.
• High level project and cost management skills.
• Ability to prepare reports and good analytical skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
• Seasoned senior mining engineers with at least 3 years’ experience will be considered. 

Qualifications:

• WA Underground First Class Mine Managers Certificate of Competency.
• Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Current "C" Class Western Australian Driver's Licence or equivalent.

Our people, your benefits:  

• Subsidised GU Health Insurance for employees and immediate family, including gold-level hospital and ancillary benefits with rebates from 80% -100%. 
• Competitive bonus program with quarterly and annual incentive opportunities. 

• Employee share plans with free shares and matched contributions. 

• Comprehensive parental leave policy and confidential wellbeing support. 

• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing and FIFO benefits where applicable. 

• Flexible working policy, with arrangements considered based on business and role requirements. 

Kalgoorlie Production Centre – KCGM, Kanowna Belle, South Kalgoorlie & Carosue Dam 

 Our Kalgoorlie Production Centre includes KCGM, Carosue Dam and Kalgoorlie Operations (Kanowna Belle and South Kalgoorlie), bringing together a portfolio of established assets within one of Australia’s most recognised mining regions. Supported by a strong residential workforce and longstanding mining history, the centre offers the opportunity to contribute across a large-scale operational environment within the Goldfields region.  

About Northern Star Resources  

Northern Star Resources is an ASX 20 global-scale gold producer with a portfolio of high-quality operations and development projects across Western Australia and Alaska. We own and operate three production centres, bringing together a range of underground and open pit mining operations across some of the world’s most established gold regions. As we continue to grow, the Hemi Gold Project represents an exciting next chapter for Northern Star, positioning us to further strengthen our production profile and create lasting value for our people, communities and shareholders. 

At Northern Star, we’re committed to building a strong and sustainable workforce where our people can contribute to the ongoing success of our operations. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills through hands-on, practical experience in a fast-paced, diverse environment alongside leading industry professionals. Guided by our STARR Core Values, we focus on continuous improvement and invest in our people as we evolve and strengthen our business.   

 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!