Trainee Process 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 Trainee Process Technician residential position awaiting you at the world class KCGM 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 7/7 (12-hour days and nights) roster. 

Here’s what awaits you:

• Obtain skills and knowledge in each area as they are assessed and deemed competed for each section of the process plant, this development is both theoretical and practical with the Trainee having to successfully complete the minimum requirements of each section.
• Act as observer for the delivery of bulk reagents when required if gold room personnel are unavailable. Provide assistance to the Maintenance and Operations teams during plant downtime events as directed by the Processing Supervisor.
• Obtain training in specific licences to operate the equipment in the process plant. Complete High Risk Work Assessment as required by the Processing Department. Assist with the clean-up of the plant as required, including weekly crusher clean during shutdown.
• 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. Active participation in all communication and awareness systems.
• Display a clear commitment to responsible environmental management. Operate in accordance with the Company’s Environmental Policy, and comply with other site environmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

Experience: Ability to work unsupervised once the trainee has attained the required level of competency for the area. Able to work as part of a team and foster team building relationships (be a good team fit). Work with attention to detail. Mechanical Aptitude. Computer literacy – Microsoft Office etc. Good communication skills.

Qualifications: Current Police Clearance. 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.
• 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!