Senior Planning Engineer

Northern Star Resources Ltd.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 126,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised health insurance

Bonus program

Employee share plans

Parental leave

Salary packaging options

Flexible working policy

Job summary

Northern Star Resources is seeking a Senior Mine Planning Engineer to lead underground mine planning within the Underground Technical Services team at KCGM. The role covers medium-term planning, ore reserve support and life-of-asset design generation in a growth phase.

Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, you will design and optimise underground mine plans, prepare a rolling 36-month plan, and work with operations to ensure alignment and informed decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering.
• +5 years’ experience in underground mining operations.
• +2 years in UG Mine Planning and Scheduling roles.
• WA First Class Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency (desirable).
• Unrestricted C Class drivers’ licence.

Responsibilities

• Design, optimise and provide cost analysis for underground mine plans.
• Design and develop long term plan for supporting infrastructure.
• Prepare and deliver rolling 36 months plan.
• Collaborate with operational department to ensure alignment in the plan.
• Contribute to technical studies, trade-offs, and project evaluations to support strategic decision-making.
• Unearthing values and opportunities to the operational delivery.
• Assist Long term planning with Ore Reserve preparations in accordance with JORC code definitions and Life of Asset mine design generation.

Skills

Underground mining experience

Mine planning & scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering

Tools

WA First Class Mine Manager's Certificate (desirable)

C Class drivers’ licence

Job description

Senior Mine Planning Engineer

• This opportunity is offered on 4/3 roster, 12-hour days, either residentially based in Kalgoorlie-Boulder – the Heart of the Goldfields, or Fly-in Fly-out (FIFO) ex Perth.
• Quarterly STI bonus per annum, subject to performance + Premium Private Health Insurance
• Be part of an exciting growth phase at KCGM, with new projects and the development of our underground operation at Fimiston.

We have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Senior Mine Planning Engineer to join our high performing Underground Technical Services team at our KCGM Operations. 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.

Reporting to the Technical Services Superintendent, the primary role is for the safe management and delivery of all Medium-Term Planning requirements within the Mining Engineering team.

What you can look forward to:

• Design, optimise and provide cost analysis for underground mine plans.
• Design and develop long term plan for supporting infrastructure.
• Prepare and deliver rolling 36 months plan.
• Collaborate with operational department to ensure alignment in the plan
• Contribute to technical studies, trade-offs, and project evaluations to support strategic decision-making.
• Unearthing values and opportunities to the operational delivery.
• Assist Long term planning with Ore Reserve preparations in accordance with JORC code definitions and Life of Asset mine design generation.

Where you'll add value:

• Design, optimise and provide cost analysis for underground mine plans.
• Design and develop long term plan for supporting infrastructure.
• Prepare and deliver rolling 36 months plan.
• Collaborate with operational department to ensure alignment in the plan
• Contribute to technical studies, trade-offs, and project evaluations to support strategic decision-making.
• Unearthing values and opportunities to the operational delivery.
• Assist Long term planning with Ore Reserve preparations in accordance with JORC code definitions and Life of Asset mine design generation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering

• +5 years’ experience in underground mining operations

• +2 years in UG Mine Planning and Scheduling roles

• WA First Class Mine Manager's Certificate of Competency (desirable)

• Unrestricted C Class drivers’ licence

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…

• 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.