Senior Geologist - Growth

Company: Northern Star Mining Services Limited
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 11, 2025

Job Description:

Ready to pursue your professional journey with Northern Star Resources? As an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner, we have sizeable operations across Western Australia, Northern Territory and Alaska. With unparalleled pathways for advancement and avenues for personal growth, we stand as Australia's premier gold employer. Your journey starts here.At Northern Star Resources, we live by our STARR Core Values which encapsulates Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results. These Values are not just words on paper; they are the cornerstone of our Company culture and guide everything we do. You will play a pivotal role in upholding these Values and contributing to our collective success.Building on the ongoing success of our business growth strategy and leadership succession plan, our Jundee operations are seeking a Senior Geologist - Growth. This role offers a long-term and fulfilling future with our esteemed Geology department, featuring the convenience of an 8:6 roster. Be a part of our journey towards sustained excellence.What you can look forward to:This newly created role within the Growth team is dedicated to driving the generation and advancement of underground exploration targets that align with Jundee's growth strategy and long-term production goals. Key responsibilities include:

• The development and management of a significant drilling budget dedicated to the growth of the operation.
• Provide technical guidance in ore deposit modelling, advancement of mining studies, and support long-term mine planning.
• Lead and manage a team of Growth Geologists, fostering a strong safety culture with a focus on collaboration and delivery of results.
• Ensure the accurate handling of exploration data, including Quality Assurance/Quality Control processes, data interpretation, and comprehensive report writing.
• Develop collaborative and performance-driven relationships with key departments and business partners.
• Identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement opportunities.To thrive in this role, you'll bring:Experience:
  • Tertiary qualifications in geoscience.
  • +5 years relevant experience, including within an UG mining operation.
  • Proficient user of Leapfrog and Datamine.
  • Knowledge of drilling methods, sampling practices, structural geology and geochemistry techniques. Understanding of resource estimation methods.
  • Practical experience with contractor management, cost tracking and budgeting.
  • Ability to influence, communicate risks effectively, and deliver compelling presentations.Attributes:Success in this role will belong to an individual who can demonstrate the ability to hold themselves and others accountable for their roles and responsibilities. They should be critical thinkers, agile, proactive go-getters with a 'can-do' attitude, and a positive outlook. Additionally, they should possess a keen analytical mindset to identify areas for improvement and drive continuous enhancement.Discover the perks of working at Northern Star---
    • Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
    • Gold Price Variable bonus incentive.
    • 5 weeks annual leave for site-based employees.
    • Employee Share Plan programs.
    • Gold standard parental leave policy.
    • GoldSTARR rewards 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.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.At Northern Star, everyone plays an important role, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.Ready to rock on? E-mail your CV to Kevin Nguyen at knguyen@nsrltd.com OR click the 'Apply' button to submit your application.
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