Senior Geologist – Resources

Senior Geologist – Resources

Ready to pursue your professional journey with Northern Star? As an ASX 50 global‑scale gold miner, we have sizeable operations in Western Australia 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, we live by our STARR Core Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results. These Values 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.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Geologist – Resources to join our Kalgoorlie Operations Teams based at Kanowna Belle and South Kalgoorlie Operations. This is a site‑based residential (5:2/4:3) or Fly‑in fly‑out role (8/6) or (4/3 12‑hour days) roster – we are open to discuss what best works for you and your work‑life balance.

Here’s what awaits you:

• Develop and maintain robust geological and estimation workflows, ensuring compliance with Northern Star standards and industry best practice.
• Provide technical leadership & coaching in geological modelling, domaining, grade estimation and resource classification.
• Identify and drive resource growth opportunities through infill and extensional drilling programmes.
• Design, review and optimise resource definition drilling programmes to maximise geological confidence and value.
• Ensure geological databases, QA/QC systems and data validation processes maintain the highest level of integrity.
• Conduct geological interpretations and three‑dimensional modelling using industry‑standard software (Leapfrog, Datamine).
• Monitor and analyse reconciliation between resource models, grade control and production performance to identify improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to strategic exploration targeting and long‑term resource development initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, consultants and external auditors to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and statutory obligations while promoting Northern Star’s safety culture.
• Support due diligence activities, technical reviews and acquisition assessments where required.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• Minimum of 7 years’ mining industry experience, predominantly in gold.
• Open‑pit and underground operational experience, including senior‑level responsibilities.
• Demonstrated expertise in QA/QC, drill programmes, reconciliation, resource estimation, ore‑body interpretation, geological and estimation modelling and applied geostatistics.
• Highly competent with Datamine (including macros), Leapfrog and similar software, with strong problem‑solving, communication, decision‑making, report writing and presentation skills.
• Willing to develop and mentor up‑and‑coming geologists in the resource and project geologist space.

Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Geology (preferably Honours), current Unencumbered Western Australian “C” Class Drivers Licence, able to work independently and as part of a team.

Passion for Growth

Thrive in a role where problem‑solving and meticulous attention to detail are keys to success. Step into a role where your skills make a real impact – apply today and grow with us.

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…

• Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• Short‑term incentive bonus programme.
• Employee Share Plan programmes.
• Gold standard parental leave policy.
• GoldSTARR rewards programme – cash savings for everyday expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programme (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 a 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.

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