Process Technician (Day Services)

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 residential Process Technician (Day Services) position awaiting you at the world class Kanowa Belle Operation that boasts a +10-year mine life. Promising a long term and fulfilling future, join our esteemed technical team on the convenience of an 8/6 (10-hour days) roster. 

Here’s what awaits you:

• Manage TSF operations and complete reporting as directed. Assist with plant clean-up, including crusher shutdowns, and provide leave coverage for Gold Room and Shift Operations staff.
• Support Maintenance and Operations teams during downtime and oversee bulk reagent deliveries if needed. Conduct stock takes, monitor mill liner use, and manage site waste.
• Gain competency in plant operations, mobile equipment, confined space sentry duties, and gas testing. Communicate with cross shifts, follow Shift Supervisor instructions, and report maintenance issues.
• Maintain a strong safety focus and contribute to an efficient and well-organized work environment.
• Display a clear commitment to safety and health and seek to eliminate or control the risks of injury and/or damage to equipment. Proactive involvement with continuous OHS improvement processes. Operate in accordance with Company’s Stakeholder Policy. Manage all activities in a manner that prevents pollution and minimises damage to the natural environment.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

Experience: 2 years’ experience on a gold processing plant. Ticketed operator of mobile equipment – FEL, Skid Steer Loader, EWP, Forklift, and mobile crane. Ability to work unsupervised. Able to work as part of a team and foster team-building relationships (be a good team fit). Work with attention to detail. Good communication skills. Mechanical aptitude. Basic computer literacy – Microsoft Office and Excel. Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices. St Johns Senior First Aid certificate (desirable). Awareness of the Mines Safety and Inspection Act & Regulations.

Qualifications: Current “C” Class Western Australian Drivers Licence.

Passion for Growth: A strong desire to be part of an exciting new growth project and contribute to Northern Star’s dynamic work environment.

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 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