UG Technical Services Manager
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At Northern Star, we live by our STARR Core Values of 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.
The Underground Technical Services Manager reports to the Mining Manager - Underground to provide strategic mine planning, design, and technical support for Northern Star’s underground mining operations, including Mt Charlotte and Fimiston Underground.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Remove hazards from the workplace through high-level controls of elimination, substitution and engineering.
• Mentor and assist site personnel in recognising and eliminating mining hazards in their workplace.
• Display a clear commitment to safety and health and seek to eliminate or control the risks of injury and/or damage to equipment.
• Operate in accordance with and comply with the Company’s Safety and Health Policy, and all site policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Proactive involvement with continuous OHS improvement processes and critical risk management.
• Active participation in all communication and awareness systems.
• Ensure you are adequately inducted in your work area and are aware of all workplace rules and critical procedures applying to the Company.
• Ensure all incidents are reported and investigated according to policy and statutory requirements.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ensure environmental impacts are comprehensively assessed and included in work and project planning, with consideration given to approvals, legislative requirements, and potential impacts on the residential community.
• Review all environmental incidents relevant to the position, ensuring compliance with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Display a clear commitment to responsible environmental management, proactively addressing potential issues before they escalate.
• Operate in accordance with the Company’s Environmental Policy and comply with all sites environmental policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage all activities in a manner that prevents pollution, minimises damage to the natural environment, and acknowledges the impact on local communities.
• Minimise waste generation through reduced consumption and increased re-use and recycling, while ensuring alignment with legislative obligations and community expectations.

STAKEHOLDER REQUIREMENTS

• Ensure all Stakeholder communication is prompt and appropriate, including both internal and external parties.
• Operate in accordance with the Company’s Stakeholder Policy.

SPECIFIC DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Provide strategic and tactical mine planning, scheduling, and design for underground operations at Mt Charlotte and Fimiston Underground.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team, including mining engineers, geologists, geotechnical engineers, and surveyors.
• Oversee the preparation and reporting of mineral reserves and resources, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with site management to align technical services with production targets and operational objectives.
• Ensure the integration of innovative technologies and methodologies to optimise mining processes.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Bachelor of Engineering – Mining Engineering.
• Current “C” Class Western Australian Drivers Licence
• >15 years technical experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• High level of technical expertise in underground mining engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in underground mining operations, with at least 5 years in a technical leadership role.
• Proven expertise in mine planning, design, and scheduling.
• Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering, geology, and survey principles as they apply to underground mining.
• Proficiency in mining software and tools used for planning and design.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
• St Johns Senior First Aid certificate (desirable).

Please refer the Job description for details