Geotechnical Superintendent

Northern Star Resources Limited; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GU Health Insurance

Quarterly short-term incentive bonus

5 weeks annual leave

Employee Share Plan

Salary Continuance Insurance

GoldSTARR rewards program

Parental leave policy

Salary sacrificing benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Northern Star Resources Limited is seeking a Geotechnical Superintendent to lead the site geotechnical team at Thunderbox Operations. This role reports to the Technical Services Superintendent and supports safe, efficient mine operations with strong team development and succession planning.

The successful candidate will provide expert input to maximise ore recovery, drive improvements, and manage contractors. FIFO from Perth on a 4:3 roster is offered.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years experience in the mining industry.
• Proven leadership experience managing large technical teams, contractors and consultants.
• Proficient in geotechnical and mine design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead Geotechnical team to support safe, efficient operations.
• Provide quality technical input to maximise ore recovery and meet targets.
• Build team capability and monitor geotechnical performance and compliance.
• Investigate and resolve geotechnical issues across site.
• Contribute to mine design and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage contractors and consultants.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Leadership

Mine design software

Stakeholder influence

Education

Geotechnical Engineering degree

Tools

Datamine

Map3D

Rocscience Phase2/3

Dips

Unwedge

Job description

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.

Northern Star Resources has an exciting opportunity for a Geotechnical Superintendent to join our Thunderbox Operations. Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, you will lead capability uplift and drive improvements in geotechnical practices across site, while strengthening team development and succession planning. This role operates on an 4:3 FIFO roster ex Perth.

Here is what awaits you

• Lead and direct the Geotechnical team to support safe, efficient operations
• Ensure quality technical input to maximise ore recovery and meet targets
• Build team capability and monitor geotechnical performance and compliance
• Investigate and resolve geotechnical issues across site
• Contribute to mine design and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage contractors and consultants
• Play a key role within the site senior leadership team

To thrive in this role, you will need

Experience:

• Solid experience in Geotechnical Engineering across Open Pit and Underground operations, including void management, squeezing ground, seismic damage and backfill
• Proven leadership experience managing and mentoring large technical teams, contractors and consultants Proficient in geotechnical and mine design software, including Datamine, Map3D,
• Rocscience suite (Phase2/3), Dips and Unwedge
• Experience with mine auditing and geotechnical assessment techniques
• Strong capability in geotechnical analysis and mine design tools
• Ability to influence stakeholders and make strategic, business-level decisions

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years experience in the mining industry.

Passion for Growth:

Success in this role will come from a strong technical leader who drives high standards in geotechnical engineering and lives Northern Star’s STARR Core Values. You will lead and develop a high-performing team, build capability across operations, and ensure robust geotechnical systems, compliance and performance. Through collaboration, coaching and hands-on leadership, you will influence mine design, improve practices, and strengthen operational outcomes across site.

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star.

• Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• Quarterly Short-term incentive bonus program.
• 5 weeks annual leave for site-based employees.
• An annual Employee Share Plan Program.
• Company paid Salary Continuance Insurance (income protection) from commencement.
• Our GoldSTARR rewards program – with real cash savings for everyday expenses.
• Gold standard parental leave policy.
• Salary sacrificing benefits, including novated leasing and remote area living benefit options.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.

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.