Senior Geologist - Operations
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, 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.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Geologist - Operations to join our KCGM Underground Operations. This residential role is on an 8/6 roster working 11-hour days.
What you can look forward to:
- Manage all drill data collection and validity, interpretation updates, QAQC, determining mineralisation controls and modelling the geology to develop mineral resources.
- High level planning, including drill scheduling, and working with mine planning with development and stope designs.
- Provide leadership to ensure that all geology & diamond drill personnel adhere to safety standards that exceed industry practice and any applicable legislative provisions.
- Complete project work and presentations to a professional standard as and when required.
- Identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
To thrive in this role, you'll bring
Qualifications: A tertiary qualification in Geology. Current "C" Class Western Australian Drivers Licence (Manual).
Experience: Extensive experience as a geologist in the resource industry, preferably within an underground gold mining operation. Experience with mining and geology software packages such as Datamine and Leapfrog. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in sampling, Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QAQC), block modelling, advanced grade estimation techniques, and reconciliation. Leadership experience, positively leading a team, and Contractor Management (analytical assay and drilling).
Passion for Growth:
Success in this role requires a proactive, a natural leader who engages in safety processes, builds meaningful relationships with stakeholders, fosters a safe, inclusive, and diverse environment. They actively promote the STARR Core Values, ensuring continuous improvement, high-quality work, and cost management aligned with business strategies. The team will excel through active coaching and engagement, fostering skill, integrity, and ownership.
Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…
- Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
- 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!
