Senior Mining Engineer

About the role

Northern Star Resources is looking for an experienced Senior Mining Engineer to lead its production and planning teams at the Jundee Operations in Wiluna, WA. The goal is to meet production physicals and support the long-term growth and viability of the mine, on an 8:6 work-life balanced roster.

Key responsibilities

• Lead either the Production or Planning Teams so the business meets its production and cost objectives.
• Manage and coordinate mining activities to achieve production physicals.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to Graduate Mining Engineers (Production).
• Deliver short, medium and long-term mine plans and optimise life of mine (Planning).

Required profile

• Qualified Mining Engineer.
• At least 5 years' relevant experience in the mining industry.
• WA First Class Mine Managers Certificate is highly desirable.
• Underground production and planning experience in a mechanised hard-rock underground mine, with knowledge of various mining methods.
• Detailed knowledge of the Mines Safety and Inspection Act and Regulations.
• Leadership and mentoring experience.

Required skills

• Significant experience in all planning processes, from long to short term.
• Competence in mine planning and design software, particularly Vulcan and Deswik.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills, and effective communication across all levels of the business.

What we offer

• An excellent remuneration package with bonuses, insurances and benefits.
• Access to the GOLDSTARR reward gateway program.
• Ongoing development opportunities and a supportive company culture.