All Round Operator - Northern Star Surface Mining

Northern Star Resources Limited; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-subsidised GU Health Insurance

5 weeks’ annual leave

Employee Share Plan programs

Industry-leading parental leave policy

GoldSTARR rewards program – cash saves

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Salary continuance insurance

Salary sacrificing novated leasing

Job summary

Northern Star Surface Mining (NSSM) is seeking experienced All-Round Operators for Gold Field Operations on a 2/1 roster, flying in and out of Perth. You will operate D10 Dozer, Grader, Large Wheel Loader or Backhoe Excavator in a busy open pit environment, performing pre-start checks and reporting safety issues.

Join NSSM to contribute to production targets while upholding Northern Star’s safety standards and collaborating with a skilled team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating in a production mining environment.
• Versatility across multiple equipment types such as dozers, graders or loaders.
• Strong commitment to safety with sound knowledge of mine site procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to changing operational requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate D10 Dozer, Grader, Large Wheel Loader or Backhoe Excavator in open pit production.
• Complete pre-start checks and monitor equipment performance.
• Record production data and communicate during handovers.
• Liaise with supervisors and other operators to hit production targets.
• Maintain safe dig areas and comply with mine plans and traffic procedures.
• Contribute to a safety culture by following site procedures and hazard controls.
• Mentor less experienced operators and support a team environment.

Skills

Production mining experience

Multi-equipment operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Tools

D10 Dozer

Grader

Large Wheel Loader

Backhoe Excavator

Job description

Ready to take your mining career to new heights? Northern Star Surface Mining (NSSM), the newly established entity of Northern Star Resources, Australia’s leading gold producer, offers a pathway to innovation and growth. NSSM is dedicated to delivering outstanding results in gold mining operations, providing exciting opportunities for advancement and professional excellence.

Northern Star is a renowned ASX 50 global-scale gold miner with major operations in Western Australia and Alaska. NSSM represents our commitment to expanding in-house capabilities and delivering exceptional surface mining support.

NSSM is committed to providing top-tier, in-house support, all while embodying Northern Star’s STARR Core Values.

We are actively seeking experienced All-Round Operators for our Gold Field Operations, working a 2/1 roster (rotating ayshifts and nightshifts) flying in and out of Perth.

Here’s what awaits you:

• Operate D10 Dozer, Grader, Large Wheel loader and or Batter Excavator in a open pit production enviroment.
• Complete pre-start checks, monitor equipment performance, and report any defects or safety issues.
• Operate multiple pieces of equipment across different tasks such as loading, hauling, stockpile management, road maintenance, and pit development.
• Maintain safe dig and dump areas, ensuring compliance with mine plans and traffic management procedures.
• Liaise with supervisors, dispatch, and other operators to achieve production and safety targets.
• Contribute to a strong safety culture by following site procedures, hazard controls, and environmental standards.
• Assist in mentoring less experienced operators and support a team-focused work environment.
• Accurately record production data and communicate effectively during handovers.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• Proven experience operating in a production mining environment.
• Versatility across multiple equipment types such as dozers, graders or loaders.
• Strong commitment to safety, with sound knowledge of mine site procedures and traffic management.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to changing operational requirements.

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star:

• Company-subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• 5 weeks’ annual leave.
• Employee Share Plan programs.
• Industry-leading parental leave policy.
• GoldSTARR rewards program – cash savings on everyday expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.
• Salary continuance (income protection) insurance from commencement.
• Salary sacrificing benefits including novated leasing.

Applicants must meet our pre-employment criteria, including a medical assessment, drug and alcohol screening, valid Australian work rights, and a national police clearance.

Northern Star Surface Mining is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

JoinNSSMand be part of an innovative chapter: delivering safe, efficient, and high-impact results alongside a high-performing team. By joining the team, you’ll benefit from highly competitive industry- hourly rates, KPI bonuses, a well-structured career pathway and the opportunity to make a real difference from the ground up.

At NSSM, you won’t just be a part of a new division; you’ll help shape its success… your journey with NSSM starts now. Become part of an exceptional team.