Plant Metallurgist

Prospects to Thrive in 2025!

• Lifestyle & Family friendly 8/6 Roster - Days only
• Permanent Full-time position direct with company
• Supportive culture with upskilling & training encouraged
• Quarterly bonuses, health insurance, salary sacrifice & more!

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.

About our role:

Northern Star Resources has a new & exciting opportunity for a Plant Metallurgist at our world-class Jundee Operations offered on an 8 days on 6 days off Thursday to Thursday rotation, FIFO ex Perth. The Plant Metallurgist reports to the Senior Metallurgist, and the primary role includes assisting with operational and metallurgical requirements. This includes other tasks/projects under guidelines and procedures set out by the Senior Metallurgist/Processing Manager, within the Processing Department.

Here's what awaits you...

• Analyse metallurgical performance and cost information both historical and leading indicators to identify potential process improvement and assist in the accurate projection of future performance.
• Actively support and participate in continuous improvement projects to assist in enhancing the performance of the processing plant operations.
• Liaise with the leadership team of Mineral Processing over identification, prioritisation, and implementation of metallurgical projects.
• Assist the Senior Metallurgist and Processing Manager in managing external contractors and consultants (as required) to support project progress and purchase order generation and receipting in invoices.
• Support operations and maintenance teams with trouble shooting issues in the plant as they arise.

To thrive in this role, you'll need...

• Experience: Minimum 2 year's relevant experience in mineral processing plants preferably with gold experience, a working knowledge of metallurgical test work flowsheets and procedures, sound process analysis skills, high level of computer skills - particularly Excel and Citect SCADA control, & strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Extractive Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline, valid Australian Drivers Licence.
• Passion for Growth: A desire to be part of the successful Jundee processing team 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!