Senior Mining Engineer (Kalgoorlie-Boulder, WA, AU)Boulder WANorthern Star Resources are seeking a motivated and dynamic Senior Mining Engineer to join our underground team at the new Fimiston Underground mine.The Fimiston Underground mine is a new operation that has been backed with significant investment, resulting in a long-term exciting future for the growing team of underground mining specialists. This role is a Kalgoorlie based residential position on an 8 days on, 6 days off, 12-hour per day roster; with the unique benefit of being less than a 10-minute drive to any front door in Kalgoorlie.This challenging and dynamic role will enable an experienced mining engineer to lead a technical team of scheduling, drill and blast and graduate engineers, whilst being one of the key stakeholders that drives the safe production from the operational team. Reporting to the Underground Production Superintendent, the successful candidate will be responsible for:Key accountabilities:Leading and co-ordinating the list of drill & blast and ancillary designs for the mining engineers in line with the weekly plan.Providing guidance and coaching to the Scheduling engineer in generating a practical and executable weekly and twelve weekly plans.Main point of contact to the NSMS Mine Foreman for planning and executing the weekly plan and holding the technical team accountable in providing the required mining plans and instructions.Responsible for completing stope reconciliation on all Sub Level Cave, Sub Level Open Stoping and Modified Avoca Stopes, highlighting areas of risk and opportunities in future stopes.Provide guidance and advice to the planning engineers in the generation of the mining stope notes.Accountability to ensure blast vibration monitoring, recording, and reporting is compliant with site and statutory requirements.Hold appointed Underground Manager ticket as a Deputy to the Underground Manager as required.Contribute and support the Underground Manager in facilitating Department of Mines, Industry, Regulation and Safety visits, inspections and investigations.Act as Production Superintendent when required to lead the technical group and support the Underground Manager and production teams.Benefits when you join Northern Star:Company subsidised GU Health InsuranceGold Price Variable bonus incentiveEmployee Share Plan programsIndustry leading Parental leave policy – with up to 20 weeks primary carers leave and up to 4 weeks secondary carers leave. Primary carers return to work benefits including up to 6 weeks bonus payment, top up of superannuation and long service leave service recognition.GoldSTARR program – cash savings for everyday expenses.Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.Salary Continuance (Income protection) insurance from commencement.Salary Sacrificing benefits, including Novated Leasing and Remote Area Living benefit options.Paid Family Domestic Violence leave.Requirements:Tertiary qualification in Mining EngineeringMinimum of 5 years UG hard rock mining experienceFirst Class Mine Managers Certificate of Competency or ability to acquire it (UG practical experience completed)Experience using Deswik CAD and Scheduler packagesAdvanced Microsoft Office skillsStrong leadership skills and experience leading a diverse team of new-to-industry engineersAbility to hold themselves and others accountable to their roles and responsibilitiesMust reside within the Goldfields or be willing to relocateCurrent Unencumbered Western Australian "C" Class Drivers LicencePreferred:Experience working with a mining contractorExperience in a mine that utilises Sub Level Caving, Modified Avoca or Sub Level Open StopingUnderground Mine Rescue ExperienceExperience using Power BIBe part of the next exciting growth stage of Northern Star. You will be engaged in a dynamic work environment where you will be valued as an integral part of the team, and where you can develop and grow with our business long term.Northern Star encourages a diverse and inclusive culture where all people can achieve and contribute to their greatest potential. Joining the Northern Star team also means you are eligible for our industry leading Parental Leave entitlements and bonus programs.Ready to take the next step in your career? Click the 'Apply' button now.No agency referrals will be accepted at this time.
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