Geology Field 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.

Be part of the next exciting growth stage of Northern Star. You will be engaged in a dynamic work environment where you will be valued as an integral part of the team, and where you can develop and grow with our business long term.

About the opportunities

1. Western Australia Site - 8/6 roster – 12HR day – 6 Months fixed term contract with possibility of extension
2. Northern Territory site - 16/12 roster – 12HR day & Night – 3 Months fixed tern contract with possibility of extension

The Role

Reporting to the Geology Technical Supervisor, your primary focus as an Geology Field Technician, will be to work in the field and provide assistance within the geology department in a safe and efficient manner, and in compliance with all statutory and Northern Star standard requirements.

You will be required to actively contribute towards achieving the Company’s vision by demonstrating a clear commitment to the STARR core values.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Sample and collect data from Reverse Circulation, Aircore drillholes, including but not limited to:
• Surveying drillhole locations or grid lines using a GPS.
• Assisting with the preparation of drill sites.
• Sampling and data collection as directed by the Senior Geological Technician or supervising geologist.
• Pick up of drillhole collar coordinates using a differential DGPS.
• Assisting with the rehabilitation of drill sites.
• Pre-starts on Mobile and fixed plant machinery daily
• Process, sample and collect data from diamond drill core, including but not limited to:
• Collecting core trays from drill sites when required
• Marking out drill core: metre and orientation mark-up.
• Collection of geological data (e.g., Recovery, RQD, Specific Gravity, Magnetic Susceptibility, XRF, ASD).
• Data entry
• Photographing of core trays.
• Sawing of drill core and collection of samples as directed by the supervising geologist.
• Drill core storage and retrieval.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Field Assistant (Desirable but not essential)
• Current approved and recognised forklift ticket (Mandatory).
• Computer literacy with the ability to use Microsoft office products.
• Excellent numeracy skills.
• Good communication skills, written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail, ability to plan daily activities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work unsupervised as required.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
• St Johns Senior First Aid certificate (desirable).
• 4WD operation and recovery skills (Mandatory).
• Current “C” Class Western Australian Drivers Licence.

Benefits

• Gold Price Variable bonus incentive
• Short-term incentive bonus program
• Employee Share Plan programs
• 5 weeks annual leave
• GoldSTARR 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
• Paid Family Domestic Violence leave

Diversity & Inclusion

Northern Star actively supports and contributes to local communities in which we operate. We recognise the advantage of a diversified workplace including diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and strive for workplace excellence.

Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process considers your alignment to our company values and the requirements of the role. We also have several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for the role including police checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work checks, qualifications, due diligence and/or reference checks.

Please note that, it is essential requirement of this role for the candidate to reside in Australia and hold unrestricted working rights.