Planning Superintendent
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 an experienced Planning Superintendent to join our KCGM Operations. This is a residential role on a 5/2, 4/3 roster working 10 hours per day.
Here’s what awaits you:
- Champion safety and environmental compliance by promoting safe work practices, assessing environmental impacts, and ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Lead strategic mine planning initiatives, including compiling annual budget for open pit, studies for operational and development projects.
- Support site operations through technical guidance in mine planning, engineering projects and business assessments to optimise performance and outcomes.
- Develop and implement best practice standards for mine planning processes, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with corporate objectives and LOA.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders, effectively communicating plans and collaborating with technical teams, consultants, and regulatory bodies to support business development and operational success.
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
Experience:
- Extensive mining industry experience with a minimum of 10 years in open pit production and planning, particularly in mechanised hard-rock and large surface mines
- Comprehensive planning expertise across all time horizons—from long-term strategic planning to short-term operational scheduling.
- Strong technical proficiency in mining software, especially Whittle and Deswik, along with advanced Microsoft Office skills.
- Regulatory and safety knowledge, including a clear understanding of open-cut and underground mining regulations
- Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage teams, write detailed reports, and present complex technical information.
Qualifications:
- Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering
- Quarry Manager qualification
- Provide Advanced First Aid Certificate
- Membership of AusIMM
- Current “C” Class Western Australian Driver's Licence
Passion for Growth:
Demonstrates a proactive drive for continuous improvement and professional development, embracing innovation and best practices to enhance mine planning outcomes and contribute to the company’s strategic growth
Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…
- Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
- Gold Price Variable bonus incentive.
- 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 include a medical, drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work and a 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!