Senior Mining Engineer - Open Pit

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.POSITION: Senior Mining Engineers - Open PitWORK LOCATION: These opportunities will be available across our Yandal production hubs - Thunderbox and Bronzewing operations.ROSTER: 8 days on, 6 days off - FIFO ex Perth OR BusseltonKEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:Review engineering designs and planning to ensure that all necessary safety requirements are met.
Develop, deliver and manage the execution of rolling monthly and weekly mine plans which are all validated as capable of execution.
Review execution Drill and Blast designs against the pit design and with respect to slope stability, ore recovery and blast movement.
Optimise pit designs, dump designs and bench plans in line with the Northern Star's standards to ensure safe and efficient recovery of ore.
Communicate current performance against operational targets, including collection and compiling monthly and weekly reports.
Contribute to the development and review of resource allocations and budgets (people and equipment) to ensure they reflect the business drivers and intent.
As required, fulfil all legislative duties and responsibilities to comply with the requirements of an Alternate Quarry Manager.TO THRIVE IN THIS ROLE:YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering.
Experience with contract mining environments and a variety of commodities, styles of mineralisation and scales and application of mining.
Unrestricted Quarry Managers certificate - highly regarded.
5+ years experience in the mining industry, preferably in mechanised hard rock operations.
Competence with mining software packages e.g. Deswik.
Good leadership and communication skills across all levels of business.
Good analytical skills and high level planning knowledge.
A thorough understanding of the Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations.
“C” class Western Australian Drivers Licence.ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESSSuccess 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 STARCompany 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.ELIGILIBILITY
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.