Mine Planning Superintendent (Underground)

Ready to expand on your professional journey with Northern Star Resources? As an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner, we have sizeable operations in Western Australia and Alaska. With unparalleled pathways for career advancement and professional development, we stand proudly as Australia’s premier gold employer.

Interested? Your journey starts here.

At Northern Star, we live by our STARR Core Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect & 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 growth and continued success.

Northern Star currently has an opportunity for an experienced Mine Planning Superintendent (Underground) to join us on a permanent & full-time basis, working at our Subiaco Corporate Office.

Reporting to the GM – Kalgoorlie Ops Strategic Growth, this key role will provide technical expertise to corporate and site-based stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives. The role will deliver underground ore reserve estimates and life of asset plans, as well as undertake mine-planning and feasibility work for both operational and development projects.

Here is what awaits you.

• Compile yearly underground ore reserve estimates and life of asset plans.
• Undertake mine planning and feasibility work for both operational and development projects.
• Assist operations with mine planning, engineering projects, budgeting and business assessments as required.
• Develop and assist in the implementation of best practice standards and procedures relevant to the mine planning process.
• Complete feasibility studies investigating alternate mine designs and scheduling to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Provide mining engineering support for business development opportunities including due diligence assessments and mineral resource evaluations.
• Communicate the Life of Asset Plan to all relevant personnel to foster awareness of future targets and directions for the Mining Operation.

To thrive in this role.

With significant experience in a similar position, you possess a genuine passion for what you do and are steadfast in your ability to provide best-practice technical expertise and consistently deliver quality outcomes across your remit.

Qualifications & Experience:

• As a member of AusIMM, you hold a tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering or equivalent, along with 10+ years of experience across the Mining Industry.
• Extensive experience in a similar role, with underground production and planning experience in a mechanised hard rock mine essential to the success of this opportunity.
• A First-Class Mine Managers Certificate is highly desirable, although not essential.
• Significant experience in all planning processes, from long to short term.
• Mining technology and heavy production equipment experience.
• Strong computer literacy, with sound skills across the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Competent in the use of mine planning and design software – in particular Deswik and Ventsim or other equivalent major mining software packages.

Passion for Growth:

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills, with the ability to engage, motivate and influence, as well as build successful, collaborative relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.
• You possess strong people skills, with outstanding stakeholder management.
• Well organised, you possess a high level of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality, coupled with an excellent attention to detail.
• Possessing strong time management skills, you demonstrate initiative and effectively prioritise, multitask & delegate.
• Flexible & adaptable, you bring a can-do attitude and are comfortable in a dynamic, data-driven environment.
• Solutions focused with strong analytical & problem-solving skills; you can think strategically & outside the box to drive high-quality outcomes.
• You naturally look to mitigate & control potential risk.

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star.

Joining the Northern Star team also offers the opportunity to enjoy our industry leading benefits and bonus programs, which include:

• Career progression & professional development opportunities.
• An annual Short-term Incentive Bonus Program.
• An annual Employee Share Plan Program.
• Company paid Salary Continuance Insurance (income protection) from commencement.
• Our GoldSTARR rewards program – with real cash savings for everyday expenses.
• Gold standard parental leave policy.
• Salary sacrificing benefits, including novated leasing and remote area living benefit options.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.

Eligibility.

Northern Star’s pre-employment process includes completing a full pre-employment medical, confirmation you hold the relevant Australian work rights, and the ability to apply for an Australian National Police Clearance.   

Northern Star is an equal opportunity employer who fosters an environment that is inclusive and supportive of a diverse workforce. 

We genuinely welcome your interest in Northern Star and encourage your application.