Senior Mine Planning Engineer
Northern Star Resources is one of Australia’s leading gold producers, recognised for operational excellence, a strong safety culture, and long-life underground assets. We are seeking an experienced Underground Senior Mine Planning Specialist/ Superintendent to join our technical services team and support the delivery of high-quality, value-driven mine plans.
Reporting to the Technical Services Manager – KCGM UG, you will be a driving force behind our underground medium-term strategy at the growing combined KCGM Underground Operation (Mt Charlotte and Fimiston Underground Mines). We are looking for a Specialist to bridge the gap between complex data and operational excellence. You won’t just be moving numbers; you’ll develop and optimize safe, high-efficiency mine plans that define our medium-term success.
Working at the heart of our site-based teams, you’ll turn strategic vision into practical, underground reality. This 5:2/ 4:3 rostered 10-hour/12-hour residential/ FIFO role promotes a great work-life balance, being only 10 minutes from your front door to this historic operation that is thriving with renewed growth and purpose, producing a dynamic and exciting workplace to be part of.
Here`s what awaits you:
- Developing underground mine designs and schedules that are optimal and practical
- Producing a practicable medium-term plan that balances short term tactical requirements and long-term strategy
- Conducting trade-off studies, optimisation, and scenario analysis to maximise value
- Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and reserve updates
- Ensuring compliance with statutory, safety, and company standards
To thrive in this role, you`ll need:
Experience: Have a minimum of 7 years of experience in underground mining engineer roles - post-graduation. Demonstrated experience in underground mine planning. Strong capability in mine planning and scheduling software (e.g. Deswik CAD, Deswik Sched, or similar). Solid understanding of underground mining methods and sequencing. Understanding of geotechnical limitations in design, ventilation design and mine services.
Qualifications: Degree qualified in Mining Engineering (or equivalent). Current Unencumbered Western Australian "C" Class Drivers Licence.
Passion for Growth: Ready to contribute to a team with strong communication skills and with the ability to work collaboratively across technical and operational teams. A proactive, safety-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…
- Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
- Short-term incentive bonus program.
- 4 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.
Apply now to join the Northern Star team!
