Dispatch Operator

Northern Star Resources Limited; City Of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GU Health Insurance

Bonus program

Employee share plans

Parental leave policy

Salary packaging options

Flexible working policy

5 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Northern Star Resources Limited’s Kalgoorlie Production Centre is seeking a Dispatch Operator to join the KCGM operation, reporting to the Dispatch Supervisor and coordinating 24-hour fleet requirements.

You will monitor dispatch systems, supervise operators, and ensure safety and efficiency while living locally on a 7/7 roster, 10 minutes from home.

The role offers exposure to fleet systems, heavy machinery coordination, and contribution to site KPI targets within a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience with fleet management systems such as Wenco or similar.
• Experience with load and haul processes and heavy machinery.
• Intermediate computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite applications and database programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication across all levels.
• Commitment to safety and environmental practices.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the optimal fleet management to execute the 24hr mine plan.
• Undertake all controller roles to run the manned fleet.
• Monitor dispatch system and handling ad hoc duties in a high-pressure office.
• Provide leadership to equipment operators to meet mine plan objectives and KPI targets.
• Interface with mine site operations to support decision-making and cost reduction initiatives.
• Display commitment to safety and health and manage risks to equipment and personnel.
• Ensure blasting notifications are completed and monitor lightning activity.

Skills

Fleet management systems

Load and haul processes

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Environmental safety awareness

Education

St Johns Senior First Aid certificate

Tools

Wenco or similar fleet system

Job description

We are looking for a Dispatch Operator to join our KCGM operation.

Reporting to the Dispatch supervisor you will play a vital role in Being responsible and accountable for the optimal and efficient fleet management in order to execute the 24hr mine plan. Undertaking all controller roles in efficiently running the manned fleet.

This enticing position offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled team. Working within a high pressurized office-based environment, monitoring the telephone, radio and dispatch system and deal with ad hoc duties.

Live locally in the Kalgoorlie Goldfields working only 10 minutes from home on this family friendly 7/7 roster. Be home every night!

What you can look forward to:

• Being responsible and accountable for the optimal and efficient fleet management in order to execute the 24hr mine plan.
• Undertaking all controller roles in efficiently running the manned fleet.
• Working within a high pressurized office-based environment, monitoring the telephone, radio and dispatch system and deal with ad hoc duties.
• Provide leadership and direction to the various equipment operators to ensure that the business and mine plan objectives are met and consistently achieved, according to HSE policies.
• Being accountable for the interaction with mine site operations in supporting the decision-making process of the Wenco system and cost reduction initiatives in line with Site KPI's.
• Displaying a clear commitment to safety and health, and seek to eliminate or control the risks of injury and/or damage to equipment.
• Ensuring blasting notifications are completed, Monitoring lightning activity

Where you’ll add value:

• Minimum of two (2) years experienced with Fleet Management systems such as Wenco or similar at advanced user level.
• Intermediate knowledge and experience of load and haul processes, overall mining sequences and with heavy machinery.
• Intermediate computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite applications and database programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels (both written and verbal).
• Ability to maintain or exceed best industry practice in all geological and environmental tasks

Qualifications:

• St Johns Senior First Aid certificate
• Subsidised GU Health Insurance for employees and immediate family, including gold-level hospital and ancillary benefits with rebates from 80% -100%.
• Competitive bonus program with quarterly and annual incentive opportunities.
• Employee share plans with free shares and matched contributions.
• Comprehensive parental leave policy and confidential wellbeing support.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing and FIFO benefits where applicable.
• Flexible working policy, with arrangements considered based on business and role requirements.
• 5 weeks annual leave for site – based employees

Our Kalgoorlie Production Centre includes KCGM, Carosue Dam and Kalgoorlie Operations (Kanowna Belle and South Kalgoorlie), bringing together a portfolio of established assets within one of Australia’s most recognised mining regions. Supported by a strong residential workforce and longstanding mining history, the centre offers the opportunity to contribute across a large-scale operational environment within the Goldfields region.

About Northern Star Resources

Northern Star is a global-scale gold producer, with operating mines, a development project and exploration programs in Western Australia and Alaska. We own and operate three high-quality production centres: Kalgoorlie, Yandal and Pogo, and one development project, Hemi which are all located in low sovereign risk jurisdictions.

At Northern Star, we’re committed to building a strong and sustainable workforce where our people can contribute to the ongoing success of our operations. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills through hands‑on, practical experience in a fast‑paced, diverse environment alongside leading industry professionals. Guided by our STARR Core Values, we focus on continuous improvement and invest in our people as we evolve and strengthen our business.

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.