Hygiene Technician

Northern Star Mining Services Limited; Kalgoorlie; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; 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 is seeking a Hygiene Technician to join the KCGM Operations in a Kalgoorlie residential role. You will conduct occupational hygiene monitoring and support the Health & Safety team in a 5/2 roster with 9-hour days.

Reporting to the Health & Safety Superintendent, you will handle real-time air monitoring, sample logistics, and documentation while contributing to a safe, compliant site across Kalgoorlie Production Centre.

Qualifications

• Degree in a Health or Sciences field is preferred or relevant experience.
• Appointed person status for MAQO and NO roles is required or beneficial.
• Unencumbered Australian manual C-Class driver’s licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate real-time air monitoring to assess concentrations of contaminants.
• Provide technical support to the Occupational Hygienist and safety team.
• Input sample details into site monitoring spreadsheet and prepare feedback letters for workers.
• Ensure timely submission of hygiene samples and proper packing of potable water samples.

Skills

Occupational hygiene monitoring

Documentation & record-keeping

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Health or Sciences

Tools

MAQO – Appointed Person

NO – Appointed Person

Australian manual C‑Class driver’s licence

Job description

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• Work a 5/2: 4/3 family friendly roster. 9-hours per day
• Join the Health & Safety team at KCGM Operations
• Work at the iconic Super Pit in this Kalgoorlie Residential role

We are looking for apassionate and motivated Hygiene Technician to join our KCGM Operations in this Kalgoorlie residential role.

Reporting to the Health & Safety Superintendent you will conduct occupational hygiene monitoring according to relevant standards and guidelines working a 5/2: 4/3 9-hour day roster.

What you can look forward to:

• Ensure workers that participate in occupational hygiene monitoring complete work log forms and are advised to wear monitoring equipment properly. Void samples if monitoring equipment is not worn correctly or if flow rates indicate sample must be voided.
• Ensure timely submission of occupational hygiene samples and ensure potable water samples are appropriately packed, chilled (if required) and freighted to arrive at the laboratory within 24 hours.
• Provide the laboratory with chain of custody documents and advise of samples that are being sent.
• Complete administrative tasks associated with hygiene monitoring including inputting of sample details and results into the site monitoring spreadsheet and completion of feedback letters for workers.
• Operate real-time air monitoring to assess concentrations of contaminants in work areas.
• Provide additional technical support, relevant to skills and qualifications, to the Occupational Hygienist and safety team.

Qualifications:

• Mine Air Quality Officer (MAQO) – Appointed Person
• Noise Officer (NO) Appointed Person
• Degree in a Health or Sciences Field from a recognised tertiary institution or relevant experience would be beneficial for this role.
• Hold an unencumbered Australian manual C-Class driver’s licence

Passion for Growth: thrive in a role where quick thinking, problem-solving, and meticulous attention to detail are keys to success, where your skills make a real impact.

• Subsidised GU Health Insurance for employees and immediate family, including gold-level hospital and ancillary benefits with rebates from 80% -100% (Full-Time contracted position only)
• Competitive bonus program with quarterly 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.

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.