Mining Engineer

We're seeking a skilled Mining Engineer to join our Open Pit Team at KCGM, based in Kalgoorlie on a residential 8/6 roster (11-hour shifts).

Reporting to the Senior Mine Engineer, you'll help shape daily mine plans and support safe, efficient production. With ongoing asset growth, this is a prime opportunity for someone eager to advance their career in a dynamic environment.

Here's what awaits you:

• Coordinate pit and ancillary designs to align with weekly plans.
• Support Weekly Scheduling Engineers and the Senior Mining Engineer.
• Lead planning and execution of weekly, monthly, and quarterly mine plans.
• Manage weekly reconciliations, identifying risks and opportunities.

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

Essential

• Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in open pit hard rock mining.
• Proficiency in Deswik CAD and Scheduler.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong accountability and leadership mindset.
• Valid WA "C" Class Driver's Licence.

Preferred

• Experience with drill and blast design software and scheduling a drill fleet to meet blasting requirements.
• Understanding of the environmental effects of operating and blasting near a community.
• Experience with mining contractors or operators.
• Familiarity with large teams and production coordination.
• Power BI experience.

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…

• Company-subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• Gold Price Variable bonus incentive.
• 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 include free, confidential counselling and well-being 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 include 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 and take the next step in your mining career with Northern Star.