Create Alert

Open Pit Manager

Apply now »

Date: 17 Apr 2024

Location: Subiaco, WA, AU

Company: northernst

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.

 

Through meticulous planning and development within our organisation, Northern Star Resources are now seeking two visionary and ambitious Open Pit Managers. These opportunities comes as a direct result of the successful implementation of our rigorous growth strategy. As we continue to prioritise internal talent development, these roles underscores our commitment to fostering growth and leadership for the foreseeable future.

 

These opportunities will be available across our vibrant WA production hubs – Kalgoorlie and Yandal. Whether you are seeking residential roster with objective to be home every night or FIFO, we can accommodate.

 

Here’s what awaits you:

  • Lead and manage day-to-day open pit mining operations, including planning, scheduling, and execution of activities.
  • Provide input and approval of, Mining Department Open Pit strategic plans, Life Of Mine (LOM) contributions and operating / capital / manpower budgets and costs to ensure alignment with site strategic, and operational, plans and targets. 
  • Improve relevant systems and processes to ensure production priorities are shared and achieved through effective coordination of Open Pit Mining Team activities and those of other site functions. 
  • Development and review of resource allocations and budgets (people and equipment) to ensure they reflect the business drivers and intent.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to a diverse team of mining professionals, fostering a culture of safety first, respect, and continuous improvement.
  • Develop collaborative, performance driven, value-adding relationships with key Business Partners. 

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

 

Experience:

  • Experience with contract mining environments and a variety of commodities, styles of mineralisation and scales and application of mining.
  • Applicable previous management and statutory position holding experience.
  • Proven track record of effectively leading and inspiring large teams, with the ability to motivate, mentor, and exert influence.
  • Strong working knowledge in budgeting, capital allocation and cost management.
  • Proficiency in public speaking, demonstrating strong presentation skills.  

Qualifications:

  • Unrestricted Quarry Manager’s Certificate of Competency or First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate of Competency.
  • Degree in Mining Engineering from a recognised tertiary institution.
  • Current “C” Class Western Australian Drivers License.

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.

 

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