Ready to pursue your professional journey with Northern Star Resources? As an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner, we have sizeable operations across Western Australia, Northern Territory 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 Resources, we live by our STARR Core Values which encapsulates 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.

Position: Technical Services Superintendent

Work Location: Jundee Operations

Roster: 8/6 : 4/3

The Technical Services Superintendent reports to the Alternate Underground Managers, and the primary role is responsible for:

1. Management of the Production, Geotechnical, Ventilation and Projects teams ensuring timely delivery of function outcomes to achieve the mine plan
2. Manage and review all technical projects across the operation to ensure they are managed adequately, meeting statutory requirements and standards line with the business strategies,
3. Supervision of contractors or project personnel,
4. Monitoring and enacting plans to improve the daily performance of the mine, and
5. Propose, design and execute practical business improvements.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Assist the Alternate Underground Managers and Underground Manager to develop the underground mines and associated activities to safely meet the company’s strategic goals.
• Monitor the daily performance of production, infrastructure projects and bring any trends or issues which may compromise the three month and/or budget schedule to the attention of the Alternate Underground Managers with options to rectify the situation. 
• Analyse and report on mining operational performance to identify any early interventions required to maintain performance and drive continuous improvement processes to lift mine performance.
• Design and implement clear directions and information regarding the schedule and plans to Engineers, Foreman and Shift Supervisors. This includes clear communication of any controls required to safely undertake the work.
• Identify business improvements, proposals of economic solutions, actions and progressing.
• Provide supervision and mentoring to the engineering and technical roles. Develop personnel directly reporting to this position through coaching, training and regular appraisals.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need

Expertise and Accomplishments:

• Tertiary Qualification in Mining Engineer.
• Minimum 7 years relevant experience in the mining industry, including mine planning, projects/infrastructure and production.
• WA First Class Mine Manager Certification and completion of underground practical time (preferred).
• Experience and knowledge of various mining methods with demonstrated success in leading a professional team.
• Competent in the use of mine planning and design software – in particular Deswik CAD and Scheduler or similar package, Ventsim.

Attributes:

Success in this role will be a high performing individual who proactively engage in safety processes and adherence to required controls. Actively monitors and promotes the STARR Core Values to facilitate continuous improvement, high quality work and the management of cost in line with business strategies. The team will develop a high level of skill, integrity and ownership developed through your active coaching, engagement and standard setting behaviour.

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.

At Northern Star, everyone plays an important role, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us

Ready for a change? E-mail your CV to Kevin Nguyen at knguyen@nsrltd.com OR click the 'Apply' button to submit your application.