Geology Technician Superintendent
Full Time NEW

Geology Technician Superintendent 

Ready to pursue your professional journey 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 success.

We invite you to become part of our Geological Rockstars as a Geology Technician Superintendent here in Kalgoorlie. This is your chance to shine in a role where your leadership and logistical prowess will elevate the efficiency of diamond core delivery and processing, from rig to lab. You’ll play a key role in launching a state-of-the-art Core Processing Facility, leveraging cutting-edge technology to revolutionize our operations. Immerse yourself in a dynamic and rewarding environment with a local family-friendly 5:2:4:3 residential roster, all while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle of the Goldfields community.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Lead a High-Performance Team: Manage and inspire a team of geology technicians to process up to 1200m of diamond drill core daily, from the world-renowned Golden Mile, with further growth expected over the coming years.
• Streamline Operations: Collaborate with teams of geologists and geotechnical engineers to prioritise core processing, ensuring smooth & efficient workflows, with zero backlogs.
• Field Supervision: Oversee field geology technicians in preparing surface drill pads for diamond and RC drilling across the KCGM portfolio.

Required skills and experience:

• Core Processing Expertise: Independently & optimally manage a fully functional core processing facility.
• Technology Integration: Investigate, trial, and incorporate new and emerging technologies to enhance productivity and cost-efficiency.
• Collaborative Communicator: Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, adapting to various communication styles and working effectively with diverse teams.

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…

• Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• Gold Price Variable bonus incentive.
• Short-term incentive bonus program.
• 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.

Apply now to join the Northern Star team!