Technical Services Manager

Ready to expand on your professional journey with Northern Star Resources (NSR)? As an ASX-50 global-scale gold miner, we have significant 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.

The Open Pits Department at NSR currently has a newly created opportunity for a highly experienced Technical Services Manager to join the team, working at our Subiaco based Corporate Office, on a permanent and full-time basis.

Reporting to the General Manager – Open Pits, this key senior role will manage the development & implementation of an effective contractor model technical services department - focussed on efficient & responsive mine & equipment resourcing, estimation & planning.

Here is what awaits you.

• Review, audit and assist in the improvement of existing processes and systems open pit project evaluation and execution.
• Develop and support the implementation of a Open Pit technical services team.
• Identify business improvements, proposals of economic solutions, actions
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of project budgets and timelines.
• Oversee the design and implementation of surface drilling programs, including contractor management.
• Compile yearly open pit ore reserve estimates and life of asset plans.
• Undertake mine planning and feasibility work for both operational and development projects.
• Provide mining engineering support for business development opportunities including due diligence assessments and mineral resource evaluations.

To thrive in this role.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A Tertiary Qualification in Engineering.
• Statutory Supervisor and / or Quarry Manager Certification would be highly regarded.
• Possess a high level of technical expertise in extractive metallurgy, and effective Open Pit Mining Operations.
• Extensive relevant experience (10+ years) across the gold mining industry.
• Computer literacy – Microsoft Office, Mining CAD packages.
• A sound working knowledge of the Mine Safety and Inspection Act & Regulations.

Passion for Growth:

• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to influence effectively, as well as drive successful outcomes & manage change across your portfolio.

• Excellent communication & people skills, with outstanding stakeholder management.

• Solutions focused; you can think strategically & outside the box to ensure quality & successful outcomes are consistently delivered.
• Flexible & adaptable to changing priorities, you are extremely well organised, with strong time management skills.
• You possess strong analytical & problem-solving skills, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic & outcomes focused environment.

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.
• Heavily subsidised top-cover Health Insurance through GU Health.
• A quarterly Gold Price Variable Bonus.
• An annual Short-term Incentive Bonus.
• An annual Employee Share Plan Program.

• Our GoldSTARR program – with real cash savings for everyday expenses 

• Company paid Salary Continuance Insurance (income protection) from commencement.

Eligibility.

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.