Production Coordinator

Northern Star Mining Services Limited; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

GU Health Insurance for employees and

Competitive bonus program

Employee share plans

Salary packaging options

Job summary

Northern Star Resources’ Kalgoorlie Operations is seeking a Production Coordinator to lead our Open Pit Production team within the Kalgoorlie Operations Centre. You will report to the Production Superintendent and drive day-to-day activities to meet targets while safeguarding safety and efficiency across the site.

Extensive experience in open pit mining, strong leadership, and stakeholder engagement are essential, with a focus on delivering production forecasts within budgeted parameters.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of practical experience in open pit mining operations.
• Proven ability to lead production teams in safety-focused environments.
• Experience managing costs and driving performance.
• Strong planning and forecasting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and day-to-day management of Open Pit Production team.
• Ensure equipment productivity while maintaining safety.
• Lead and motivate direct reports and set clear expectations.
• Coordinate with Technical Services, Maintenance and Safety teams.
• Monitor daily, weekly and monthly reports; escalate as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Schedule 26 or equivalent

WA Quarry Manager’s Certificate of Competency

Tools

Mine production systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

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We are looking for a Production Coordinator to join our KCGM operation.

Reporting to the Production Superintendent, you willbe responsible for providing effective leadership and day to day management of the Open Pit Production team activities to achieve desired results, within the Open Pits department.

This dynamic position offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled team. Ensuring optimum equipment productivity is achieved subject to prevailing site conditions without compromising safety. Effectively managing, leading and motivating direct reports to reach high standards of performance in all areas. Setting clear performance and behavioural expectations of direct reports and providing appropriate supervision and support to ensure that all jobs are completed to the required standard in acceptable timeframes.

What you can look forward to:

• Being responsible for providing effective leadership and day to day management of the Open Pit Production team activities to achieve desired results, within the Open Pits department.
• Ensuring optimum equipment productivity is achieved subject to prevailing site conditions without compromising safety.
• Effectively managing, leading and motivating direct reports to reach high standards of performance in all areas. Setting clear performance and behavioural expectations of direct reports and providing appropriate supervision and support to ensure that all jobs are completed to the required standard in acceptable timeframes.
• Fostering strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, including Technical Services, Maintenance, and Safety teams, to ensure alignment of production activities with operational objectives.
• Monitoring the daily, weekly, monthly reports to control the site and escalating information as required. Taking necessary actions to ensure production and financial success.

Where you’ll add value:

• Extensive practical experience (5 years +) in open pit mining operations, including Load & Haul and Drill & Blast activities.
• Proven ability to manage and lead production teams in a high-performance, safety-focused and cost effective environment.
• Previous experience managing, leading and promoting a safe, productive and cost effective workforce.
• Previous experience managing operational costs, drivers and corrective actions
• Effective operational planning skills with the ability to ensure that the production team meets or exceeds the required forecasts and/or budgets
• Proven positive track record in operational performance management
• Strong understanding of mining industry safety standards, rules and procedures
• Previous experience coordinating engineering and technical services to best optimise operational performance
• Previous experience in managing all aspects of personnel development, training and industrial relations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mining equipment capabilities, utilisation strategies, and maintenance coordination.
• Familiarity with relevant mining legislation, regulations, and health and safety standards.
• Competency in the use of mine production systems and software.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficient computer and Microsoft office suite skills.

Qualifications:

• Schedule 26 or equivalent (desirable).
• Valid WA Quarry Manager’s Certificate of Competency (desirable).
• 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: Kalgoir _, 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.