Trades - Leading Hand

TRADES – LEADING HAND

Ready to pursue your professional journey with Northern Star? Northern Star Mining Services (NSMS) is an in-house contractor that specialises in providing underground mining services to its parent entity, ASX 50 listed Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST). As a 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.

NSMS are chasing Heavy Duty Mechanical Trade Qualified Leading Hands for our Kalgoorlie and Yandal Operations! FIFO, Residential or Relocation packages on offer.  Promising a long term and fulfilling future, join our esteemed maintenance team on the convenience of an even time roster. 

Here’s what awaits you:

• Permanent fulltime position offering job security
• Attractive salary package including quarterly bonus, company subsidised private health cover through GU Health, Income Protection, and Salary Sacrifice options (superannuation, remote housing, novated vehicle leasing)
• Family friendly 7/7 roster, residential or FIFO from Perth
• Attractive relocation packages that include cost of living financial support
• Development opportunities
• Latest low hour Sandvik & Epiroc fleet

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years relevant experience within a heavy duty mining environment.
• Proven ability to effectively lead teams in an underground environment.

• Ability to train and pass on knowledge to maintenance personnel.
• Computer literacy - Microsoft Office
• Good communication skills
• Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices
• Awareness of the Mine Safety and Inspection Act & Regulations
• Safety first mentality for yourself and others

Qualifications:

• Hold an Australian recognised mechanical trade qualification
• Minimum "C" Class unencumbered driver’s licence

Passion for Growth:

The successful applicant will actively contribute towards achieving the company’s vision by demonstrating a clear commitment to our company values Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…

• Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• Short-term incentive bonus program.
• 5 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 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!

Want to know more about Northern Star? Search www.nsms.com

No agency referrals will be accepted at this time

Shortlisting for this role will begin immediately.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia.