Senior Mining EngineerAbout our roleNorthern Star Resources are seeking a motivated and dynamicSenior Mining Engineerto join ourunderground teamat the new Fimiston Underground mine.The Fimiston Underground mine is a new operation that has been backed with significant investment, resulting in a long-term exciting future for the growing team of underground mining specialists. This role is aKalgoorlie based residential positionon 8 days on 6 days off 12-hour per day roster; with the unique benefit of being less than a 10-minute drive to any front door in Kalgoorlie.This challenging and dynamic role will enable an experienced mining engineer to lead a technical team of scheduling, drill and blast and graduate engineers, whilst being one of the key stakeholders that drives the safe production from the operational team. Reporting to the Underground Production Superintendent, the successful candidate will be responsible for:Key accountabilities:Leading and co-ordinating the list of drill & blast and ancillary designs for the mining engineers in line with the weekly plan.Providing guidance and coaching to the Scheduling engineer in generating a practical and executable weekly and twelve weekly plans.Main point of contact to the NSMS Mine Foreman for planning and executing the weekly plan and holding the technical team to account in providing the required mining plans and instructions.Responsible for completing stope reconciliation on all Sub Level Cave, Sub Level Open Stoping and Modified Avoca Stopes, highlighting areas of risk and opportunities in future stopesProvide guidance and advice to the planning engineers in the generation of the mining stope notes.Accountability to ensure blast vibration monitoring, recording, and reporting is compliant with site and statutory requirements of site.Hold appointed Underground Manager ticket as a Deputy to the Underground Manager as requiredContribute and support the Underground Manager in facilitating Department of Mines, Industry, Regulation and Safety visits, inspections and investigations.Act as Production Superintendent when required to lead the technical group and support the Underground Manager and production teams.Benefits when you join Northern StarCompany subsidised GU Health InsuranceGold Price Variable bonus incentiveShort-term incentive bonus programEmployee Share Plan programsIndustry leading Parental leave policy - with up to 20 weeks primary carers leave and up to 4 weeks secondary carers leave. Primary carers return to work benefits including up to 6 weeks bonus payment, top up of superannuation and long service leave service recognitionGoldSTARR program - cash savings for everyday expensesEmployee Assistance Programs (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing servicesSalary Continuance (Income protection) insurance from commencementSalary Sacrificing benefits, including Novated Leasing and Remote Area Living benefit optionsPaid Family Domestic Violence leaveRequirements:EssentialTertiary qualification in Mining EngineeringMinimum of 5 years UG hard rock mining experienceFirst Class Mine Managers Certificate of Competency or ability to acquire it (UG practical experience completed)Experience using Deswik CAD and Scheduler packagesAdvanced Microsoft Office skillsStrong leadership skills and experience leading a diverse team of new-to-industry engineersAbility to hold themselves and other accountable to their roles and responsibilitiesMust reside within the Goldfields or be willing to relocateCurrent Unencumbered Western Australian "C" Class Drivers LicencePreferredExperience working with a mining contractorExperience in a mine that utilises Sub Level Caving, Modified Avoca or Sub Level Open StopingUnderground Mine Rescue ExperienceExperience using Power BIWhy join us?Be part of the next exciting growth stage of Northern Star. You will be engaged in a dynamic work environment where you will be valued as an integral part of the team, and where you can develop and grow with our business long term.Northern Star encourages a diverse and inclusive culture where all people can achieve and contribute to their greatest potential. Joining the Northern Star team also means you are eligible for our industry leading Parental Leave entitlements, and bonus programs.About Kalgoorlie - The Heart of the GoldfieldsWith a strong connection to the Kalgoorlie-Boulder community, Northern Star offers unparalleled opportunities for you to forge a career in the resource industry while residing in a thriving regional city.Our Kalgoorlie Production Centre Operations are the best residential mining opportunities in the region, providing excellent work-home life balance in a community that will become your family.Discover what the Goldfields has to offer you by going BOLD! The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder has first-class information regarding the region on their Go Bold website - GO BOLD.https://movetokal.com.au/Diversity & InclusionNorthern Star actively supports and contributes to local communities in which we operate. We recognise the advantage of a diversified workplace including diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and strive for workplace excellence.Recruitment ProcessOur recruitment process considers your alignment to our company values and the requirements of the role. We also have several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for the role including police checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work checks, qualifications, due diligence and/or reference checks.Ready to take the next step in your career?Click the 'Apply' button nowWant to know more about Northern Star? Search #NSRCareersNo agency referrals will be accepted at this time.
