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Operations

Mining Engineer
Full Time NEW

Job Overview

Job Overview

  • CategoryOperations
  • Date Posted:
  • Location: Kalgoorlie-Boulder, WA, AU
  • Job Title: Mining Engineer
  • Salary: Dependent on experience and will be discussed directly with the successful candidate
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Mining Engineer

We’re seeking a skilled Mining Engineer to join our Open Pit Team at KCGM, based in Kalgoorlie on a residential 8/6 roster (11-hour shifts).

Reporting to the Senior Mine Engineer, you’ll help shape daily mine plans and support safe, efficient production. With ongoing asset growth, this is a prime opportunity for someone eager to advance their career in a dynamic environment.

 

Here’s what awaits you:

  • Coordinate pit and ancillary designs to align with weekly plans.
  • Support Weekly Scheduling Engineers and the Senior Mining Engineer.
  • Lead planning and execution of weekly, monthly, and quarterly mine plans.
  • Manage weekly reconciliations, identifying risks and opportunities.

 

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

Essential

  • Tertiary qualification in Mining Engineering.
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in open pit hard rock mining.
  • Proficiency in Deswik CAD and Scheduler.
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
  • Strong accountability and leadership mindset.
  • Valid WA “C” Class Driver’s Licence.

Preferred

  • Experience with drill and blast design software and scheduling a drill fleet to meet blasting requirements.
  • Understanding of the environmental effects of operating and blasting near a community.
  • Experience with mining contractors or operators.
  • Familiarity with large teams and production coordination.
  • Power BI experience.

 

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 include free, confidential counselling and well-being 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 include 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 and take the next step in your mining career with Northern Star.