Communications Technician

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 have an enticing Communications Technician position awaiting you at the iconic KCGM Superpit Operation that boasts a +10-year mine life. Promising a long term and fulfilling future, join our esteemed Open Pit Mining team on the convenience of an 8:6, 12-hour Day Kalgoolrie Residential roster. 

Here’s what awaits you:

• Undertaking install tasks, along with scheduled, preventative and breakdown maintenance on a range of communication systems and equipment to support dispatch, site communications and reporting systems to meet production requirements. 
• Conducting stocktakes of inventory levels of system parts and tools to function effectively, and place orders as required. In addition, perform regular housekeeping on work areas and vehicles.
• Conducting regular inspection of all relevant equipment configuration and physical condition to support preventative maintenance programs.
• Mentoring and coaching apprentices and comms techs as required.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

Qualifications: Certificate III in Radio Communications / Electronic Servicing or other relevant discipline and/or experience. Open Cabler registration. Current unencumbered Western Australian “C” Class Manual Drivers Licence.

Experience: Excellent communication skills including the ability to communicate at all levels of the company. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills. Highly developed computer literacy. Excellent planning, time management and organisational skills. 

Desired: Experience in an open pit mining environment. RIIWHS204E Work Safely at Heights, Elevated Work Platform – High Risk Work Licence, Technical knowledge of Motorola two-way radio systems, LTE networks & microwave links, Relevant FMS experience, both hardware and software configuration (preferably Wenco), St Johns Senior First Aid certificate,

Passion for Growth: Able to negotiate and influence others with a strong commitment to safety and a continuous improvement culture while contributing to Northern Star's dynamic work environment.

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!