Senior Maintenance Technician

2 days ago

KalgoorlieBoulder, Australia Northern Star Resources Limited Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Job description:

As an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner with major operations in Western Australia and Alaska, Northern Star offers unparalleled opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Join Australia's premier gold employer and start your journey today.

At Northern Star, our 
STARR Core Values — Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results
— define who we are. They guide every decision and action, shaping our culture and driving our success. As part of our team, you'll play a key role in upholding these values and contributing to our continued excellence.

We have an exciting 
residential Senior (Mechanical) Maintenance Technician
position available at our world-class
KCGM
Operation, boasting a +10-year mine life. This role offers stability, challenge, and a fulfilling future within an exceptional technical team, working on a convenient
7/7 roster (12-hour days and nights).

Here's what awaits you:

  • Execute and oversee work in accordance with the weekly schedule, ensuring tasks are completed within agreed timeframes and to the required quality standards. Record task details in Pronto and promptly escalate issues to the Fimiston Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Support shutdown execution as directed to ensure safe and efficient completion of work. Prepare rotables for return, manage unused parts, and raise detailed work requests for additional tasks.
  • Enter work hours (time confirmations) and work history notes in Pronto upon job completion. Order parts and materials for high-priority work orders as directed.
  • Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and proactively manage environmental responsibilities to prevent pollution and minimise impact.
  • Ensure compliance with the
    Work Health & Safety Act 2020
    and
    Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022
    , demonstrating a proactive approach to safety in all tasks.

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

Experience:

  • Minimum 4 years' experience in the mining industry.
  • Proven fault-finding and diagnostic experience on fixed plant equipment.
  • Strong communication skills and adaptability to evolving asset management practices.
  • Experience in hydraulic and pneumatic systems (desired).
  • Capability to act as a step-up Supervisor as required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Pronto Xi.

Qualifications:

  • Trade Certificate in Mechanical Fitting.
  • Current WA "C" Class Driver's Licence.
  • RIIRIS402E or BSBWHS414 (Risk Management)
  • BSBWHS411 (Implement and Monitor WHS Policies)
  • RIIWHS202 (Confined Spaces)
  • RIIWHS204 (Work Safely at Heights)
  • MSMWHS217 (Gas Test Atmospheres)
  • HLTAID011 (Provide First Aid)
  • HRWL – EWP [WP], Forklift [LF], Rigging Basic [RB], Non-Slewing Crane [CN]

Why Northern Star?

  • Company-subsidised GU Health Insurance
  • Gold Price Variable Bonus incentive
  • Short-term incentive bonus program
  • Employee Share Plan
  • Gold-standard parental leave policy
  • Gold STAR Rewards Program – cash savings for everyday expenses
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services
  • Salary continuance (income protection) insurance
  • Salary sacrificing options including novated leasing and remote area benefits

Eligibility

All candidates must meet pre-employment requirements, including a medical assessment, drug and alcohol screening, valid right to work in Australia, and a current Australian National Police Clearance.

At Northern Star, we're proud to be an 
equal opportunity employer
, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Apply now to become part of the Northern Star team.

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