Senior Environmental Approvals Specialist

Ready to pursue a professional career 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 growth and success.

The Opportunity?

Northern Star has a rewarding opportunity for an Environmental Approvals Specialist or Senior Environmental Approvals Specialist. Reporting to the Principal Environmental Advisor and based in our Subiaco Head Office with occasional site travel.

The position will provide support managing environmental approvals for our Australian operations. You will be supported by an experienced team and will be responsible for the development of approval applications and facilitating compliance with our legal obligations.

Responsibilities of the role include:

• Assist in the coordination of environmental approvals to ensure operational continuity of Northern Star’s Australian operations.
• Prepare and review environmental approval applications, including Mining Proposals, Mine Closure Plans, Works Approvals, Native Vegetation Clearing Permits and Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (EPBC Act) referrals.
• Champion environmental approvals processes and other environmental management systems (EMS).
• Provide support to internal stakeholders, including site teams, to ensure compliance with environmental approvals and statutory obligations is maintained.
• Liaise with key stakeholders, including Government regulators, other landholders, and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate technical studies required to support environmental approvals applications.
• Participate in sustainability and business improvements projects.
• This role will be based in Northern Star’s Corporate office in Subiaco with site occasional site travel.

The following will see you set for success in this role:

• Tertiary Qualification in an Environment related field 
• Demonstrable experience (3 - 8 years) within a similar role in the mining or resources sector.
• Strong understanding of environment, mining and heritage legislation in WA.
• Experience with GIS, preferably ArcGIS Pro.
• Knowledge of EMS, technical programmes, data systems and databases 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative & functional relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, with the ability to multitask effectively, in a dynamic & outcome focused environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• WA “C” Class Drivers Licence 

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:

• Ongoing personal & professional development opportunities.
• Heavily subsidised top-cover Health Insurance through GU Health.
• A quarterly Gold Price Variable Bonus.
• An annual Short-term Incentive Bonus.
• An Employee Share Plan Program.
• Company paid Salary Continuance Insurance (income protection) from commencement.

Interested?

Northern Star’s pre-employment process includes completing a full pre-employment medical, confirming 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 foster an environment that is inclusive and supportive of a diverse workforce.  

We genuinely welcome your interest in Northern Star and encourage your application, by clicking the yellow 'Apply Now' button.