Geotechnical Engineer

Northern Star Resources Limited; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GU Health Insurance

Bonus program

Employee share plans

Parental leave

Salary packaging

Flexible work policy

Job summary

Northern Star Resources is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer for our Kalgoorlie operations. This residential 8/6 roster, 12‑hour shifts, presents a unique opportunity to lead geotechnical deliverables in a high‑performing underground team.

You will provide expert geotechnical advice, manage ground support strategies, and oversee QA/QC activities while using Deswik and IMS to monitor conditions and model rock stress. Strong safety focus and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary Geotechnical Engineering qualification required.
• Current WA C-class (Manual) driver's license.
• St John’s Senior First Aid certificate desirable.

Responsibilities

• Safe management and delivery of all geotechnical requirements for underground mining.
• Provide expert geotechnical advice for underground areas and ground support design.
• Oversee QA/QC for ground support installation, rock bolt testing and rehabilitation plans.
• Maintain daily reporting and compliance tracking for geotechnical activities.

Skills

Underground geotech

Deswik

Seismic monitoring

Communication

Education

Geotechnical Engineering degree

Tools

Deswik

IMS

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer

• 8/6 Residential roster | 12 hour Days | 25-minute commute from town to site
• Quarterly STI bonus up to $18K per annum, subject to performance + Premium Private Health Insurance
• It is an exciting time to be part of the biggest growth story in Australian Underground

Gold Mining, with experience to be gained that will be career-defining.

We have a rewarding Geotechnical Engineer position awaiting you at our world class high-performing Underground Technical Services team at Northern Star Resources South Kalgoorlie Operations. This role operates on a residential 8/6 roster working 12-hour shifts.

Reporting to the Senior Underground Geotechnical Engineer, the primary role is for the safe management and delivery of all Geotechnical requirements within the Geotechnical Engineering team.

What you can look forward to:

• Be part of a growing operation with a strong mine life and exciting new developments on the horizon.
• Provide expert geotechnical advice for underground mining areas, ensuring safe and effective ground support systems.
• Initiate and deliver geotechnical improvement projects to enhance mine productivity and profitability.
• Continuously improve geotechnical processes for the Mining Department.
• Collaborate with technical teams to design mine levels and stope extraction plans, including rock stress modelling, closure monitoring and stability analysis.
• Utilise lidar technology to monitor ground conditions and develop effective ground support strategies.
• Oversee QA/QC for ground support installation, underground scaling, rehabilitation plans, and rock bolt testing.
• Maintain daily reporting and compliance tracking for geotechnical activities.
• Review and update the Ground Control Management Plan (GCMP).
• Support the development of geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring systems.

Where you’ll add value:

Experience:

• Underground geotechnical experience in a mechanised hard-rock underground mine.

• Experience with mine design software - Deswik.
• Experience with seismic monitoring systems - IMS
• Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
• Good communication skills.
• Awareness of the Work Health & Safety Act and Regulations (desirable).

Qualifications

• Tertiary Qualifications in Geotechnical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Current "C" Class Western Australian Driver's Licence (Manual).
• St John's Senior First Aid certificate (desirable).

Our people, your benefits:

• 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.

Kalgoorlie Production Centre - KCGM, Kanowna Belle, South Kalgoorlie & Carosue Dam

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 Resources is an ASX 20 global-scale gold producer with a portfolio of high-quality operations and development projects across Western Australia and Alaska. We own and operate three production centres, bringing together a range of underground and open pit mining operations across some of the world’s most established gold regions. As we continue to grow, the Hemi Gold Project represents an exciting next chapter for Northern Star, positioning us to further strengthen our production profile and create lasting value for our people, communities and shareholders.

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.