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Process Technician - Leading Hand

Northern Star Resources · Northern Goldfields, WA, Australia · posted 2026-09-30

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  • Leading Hand Process Technician
  • 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 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.

Northern Star has a fantastic opportunities for experienced Leading Hand Process Technician's at our world-class Thunderbox operations. These positions are newly created as additional headcount for FY27 and will require you lead your crew in the day to day responsibilities of keeping the Process Plant running safely and efficiently, and is offered on a 8-6/7-7 roster - FIFO ex Perth.

  • Here's what awaits you...
  • Ensuring crew members are adequately inducted and trained in their work area and are aware of all workplace rules, critical procedures & responsibilities on site.
  • Ensuring the effective recovery of gold from ore processed whilst minimising costs
  • Manage the performance of the processing plant, tailings delivery and tailings deposition in accordance with agreed safety, environmental and production KPI’s
  • Undertaking hazard analysis, ensuring all accidents and incidents are reported
  • Identifying/reporting maintenance requirements for plant and equipment through the undertaking of workplace inspections
  • Develop and train crew members in all areas of the plant, striving towards employee level advancement of personnel.
  • To thrive in this role, you'll need...
  • Experience : Previous similar experience working in a gold processing plant, high regard towards safety & attention to detail.

Qualifications : Valid Australian C Class Driver’s Licence & Schedule 26 certification

  • Passion for Growth : A strong desire & motivation to be part of & lead a successful processing team & contribute to Northern Star's dynamic work environment.
  • Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…
  • Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
  • Short-term incentive bonus program.
  • 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.

Candidates must meet our pre-employment criteria which includes a medical, drug and alcohol screening, relevant right to work and an 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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