Subiaco Geotechnical Superintendent Projects WA

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 Resources currently has an opportunity for a Geotechnical Superintendent – Projects to join the team in our Subiaco Head Office on a Monday to Friday roster. Reporting to the Group Geotechnical Engineer, you will provide geotechnical leadership across project design and delivery.  

 

Here is what awaits you

• Lead and endorse geotechnical design, analysis, and verification for major or complex projects
• Select, justify, and review technical approaches, assumptions, and analysis methods
• Integrate geotechnical inputs with mine planning, construction, operations, schedules, and budgets
• Review and improve inputs from consultants, contractors, and vendors
• Identify, document, and manage geotechnical uncertainty, limitations, and residual risk
• Drive practical, risk‑based solutions and determine when further analysis or redesign is required
• Ensure geotechnical work is current, validated, traceable, and proportionately peer‑reviewed
• Close the loop between investigation, design, and observed performance, including post‑project reviews
• Manage competing project objectives and resources while protecting geotechnical acceptance criteria
• Mentor engineers and provide constructive technical challenge to improve decision quality

 

To thrive in this role, you will need

Experience: 
Minimum 10 years’ experience in open pit and underground mining operations and projects, with in‑depth understanding of geotechnical design, and operational execution in complex environments.

Qualifications:
Hold a Bachelor of Engineering (mining, civil, or geological engineering), postgraduate degree in mine geomechanics, coupled with a current Australian C - Class Drivers licence.

Passion for Growth:
Success in this role will come from a technically driven individual who champions Northern Star’s STARR Core Values and is committed to continuous improvement and quality project outcomes. You apply a practical, risk‑based approach to geotechnical analysis and design, communicate clearly and professionally, and challenge assumptions to deliver robust, fit‑for‑purpose solutions.

 

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star

Joining the Northern Star team also offers the opportunity to enjoy our industry leading benefits and bonus programs, which include:

• Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.  
• An annual Short-term Incentive Bonus Program.
• An annual Employee Share Plan Program.
• Company paid Salary Continuance Insurance (income protection) from commencement.
• Our GoldSTARR rewards program – with real cash savings for everyday expenses.
• Gold standard parental leave policy.
• Salary sacrificing benefits, including novated leasing and remote area living benefit options.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services.

 

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!