Excavator Operator

3 weeks ago


Albany, Australia Northern Star Mining Services Limited Full time

Overview

Ready to pursue your professional journey with Northern Star? As an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner, we have sizeable operations in 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, we live by our STARR Core Values of 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.

About our role

Northern Star Resources have full-time, permanent opportunities for experienced Excavator Operators to join our world-class Thunderbox and Bronzewing Operations. These opportunities are offered on an even time 15 shifts on, 13 days off roster.

Responsibilities

- Maintain optimate production though the excavation of ore and waste from the mine
- Conducting pre-start meetings in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures
- Reporting hazards when encountering them to ensure a safe work environment
- Following Standard Operating Procedures to ensure safe operation of mobile plant equipment
- Working towards reducing costs in daily jobs by not wasting resources at hand

Qualifications

Experience: Minimum 2 years’ experience operating Liebherr 9400 Excavators, with 5 years’ experience in an open pit environment. Gold mining experience highly regarded.

Qualification: Current Australian C – Class Drivers licence

Passion for growth: Interest in gold mining with high regard to safety

Perks and benefits

- Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
- Gold Price Variable bonus incentive.
- 5 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 solving benefits, including novated leasing and remote area living benefit options.

Eligibility

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.

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