Geologist – Operations
Full Time NEW

Ready to pursue your professional journey with Northern Star? 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, 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 success.

Position: Geologist – Operations

Work Location: Ramone (Extension of the Jundee Operations)

Roster: 8 days on, 6 days off  

Here’s what awaits you:

• Collate and deliver accurate production data, forecasts and associated daily reports.
• Perform geological checks on headings where there is some uncertainty of whether ore is present in the broken rock and clearly communicate the results to the production team.
• Consciously look for and identify opportunity structures underground. Interpret, mark up, and wall map these structures and get survey to pick them up. Pass on the information about these structures to the Senior Geologist for follow-up work.
• Reconcile development and stope production tonnes and grade back to the grade control model and as part of end of month reconciliation process.
• Logging and supervision of underground diamond drilling programs.
• Interpret all data collected on a regular basis and communicate relevant information to the appropriate personnel (Senior Geologists, Planning Engineers, Surveyors, Mine Foremen).

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

Experience:

• 1-2 years geological experience, preferably in gold and underground.
• The use of Geological Software and Database systems (Leapfrog, Datamine and Acquire preferred).
• Good working knowledge of QA/QC processes.

Qualifications:

• Degree majoring in Geology from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Current “C” Class Western Australian Drivers Licence.

Passion for Growth:

• Ability to hold themselves and other accountable to their roles and responsibilities.
• Maintain or exceed best industry practice in all geological and environmental tasks.
• Ability to work within a team and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.

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 OR click the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application.