Job Description

Ventilation/Project Engineer – Underground

• 8/6 Residential roster | 12 hour Days | 10-minute commute from town to site
• Quarterly STI bonus up to $18K per annum, subject to performance + Premium Private Health Insurance
• Be part of an exciting growth phase at Fimiston Underground Operations.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Mining Engineer to join our high-performing Technical Services team at our KCGM Fimiston Underground Operations. This residential role in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, offers the perfect balance between career progression and lifestyle. You’ll enjoy excellent amenities, a welcoming community, and countless opportunities for growth. A generous relocation allowance is available to support your move to this thriving mining hub, ensuring a seamless transition to your new adventure.

What you can look forward to:

• Developing and maintaining ventilation designs and Ventsim models to support safe underground operations and future mine activities.
• Conducting primary and secondary ventilation surveys, assessing airflow/pressure readings/gas levels/temperatures and identifying opportunities to improve ventilation performance.
• Preparing and updating ventilation level plans, work instructions and improvement notices, with clear communication to operational teams.
• Supporting the implementation of the Ventilation Control Plan, maintaining accurate records and tracking corrective actions.
• Planning and coordinating ventilation infrastructure works, including fan installations, duct layouts and ventilation control devices.
• Developing scopes of work, schedules and cost estimates for underground infrastructure and improvement projects.
• Coordinating contractors and site teams to deliver project works safely, efficiently and in line with operational priorities.
• Monitoring project progress, costs and quality, resolving issues and coordinating commissioning.
• Supporting production-relevant plans and QA/QC activities to achieve safe, accurate and efficient production outcomes.

Where you will add value:

• Practical experience in a mechanised hard-rock underground mine, ideally across ventilation, infrastructure projects and production.
• Experience using Ventsim and Deswik to develop ventilation models, interpret mine designs and prepare practical plans.
• Strong coordination skills, with the ability to manage contractors, competing priorities, project schedules and costs.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to working with technical and operational teams.
• Knowledge of relevant work health and safety legislation and underground ventilation requirements; recognised ventilation training and a current first aid qualification are desirable.

Qualifications:

• Tertiary Qualifications in Mining Engineering.
• Current "C" Class Western Australian Driver’s Licence (Manual).

Our people, your benefits:

• 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.

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.

Apply now to join the Northern Star team!