Shutdown Maintenance Scheduler

Northern Star Resources Ltd.; City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance subsidy

Employee share plans

Parental leave

Salary packaging

Flexible working

Bonus program

Job summary

Northern Star Resources invites applications for a Shutdown Maintenance Scheduler at KCGM Fimiston Operation in Western Australia. The role reports to the Senior Shutdown Maintenance Planner and focuses on building a locked, safe, and efficient shutdown schedule for major planned outages.

You will sequence work, coordinate crews and vendors, and publish the schedule to ensure optimal use of the shutdown window and continuous improvements across outages.

Qualifications

• Five or more years in mining maintenance scheduling shutdowns or major maintenance.
• Strong understanding of shutdown scheduling, critical path and resource levelling.
• Proficiency in scheduling tools and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Build, lock and publish the shutdown schedule.
• Sequence work safely within the shutdown window.
• Track and report progress for each shutdown.
• Collaborate with crews, vendors and operations.
• Maintain a consistent dayshift roster with the shutdown team.

Skills

Shutdown scheduling

MS Project

Primavera

Pronto Xi

Work Health and Safety Act 2020

Education

Trade certificate or engineering degree

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Pronto Xi

Job description

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• Family friendly roster – 5/2, 4/3 10 hour days only.
• Quarterly STI bonus up to $18K per annum, subject to performance + Premium Private Health Insurance
• Be a part of an exciting time at KCGM Fimiston and play a key role within the Shutdown Planning space during our plant expansion

We are looking for a Shutdown Maintenance Scheduler to join our KCGM Fimiston Operation.

Reporting to the Senior Shutdown Maintenance Planner, you will build, lock and publish the shutdown schedule, sequencing the work safely and making full use of the shutdown window. Success means one locked schedule that crews, vendors and Operations can all work to.

What you can look forward to:

• Building the schedule for our major planned outages, sequencing the work safely and making full use of every hour available in the shutdown.
• Working with crews, vendors and Operations to lock and publish the schedule on time.
• Tracking and reporting progress through each shutdown, so every shutdown runs better than the last.
• Being part of a close, proactive shutdown team that drives high standards and expectations.
• A consistent dayshift roster aligned with the shutdown team.

Where you’ll add value:

• Five or more years in mining maintenance, with hands-on experience scheduling shutdowns or major maintenance work.
• A strong understanding of shutdown scheduling, critical path and resource levelling using tools such as MS Project or Primavera.
• Confidence using Pronto Xi and Microsoft Office to schedule, track and report shutdown work.
• A working knowledge of the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 and Work Health and Safety (Mines) Regulations 2022.

Qualifications:

• Trade certificate or engineering degree in a relevant discipline.
• 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.

Located in the heart of Western Australia’s Goldfields region, Kalgoorlie is a vibrant regional center with a strong community spirit and rich history dating back to 1893. The town is home to the iconic Super Pit, just a five-minute drive from the town center, and is part of Northern Star’s KCGM Operations. Kalgoorlie offers a wide range of sporting clubs, community groups, and high-quality childcare and schooling options. With a warm year-round climate, residents can enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle and close-knit community, while benefiting from the work-life balance that residential living provides.

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, Yandall 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.