Electrical Leading Hand - Underground
Ready to pursue your professional journey with Northern Star? Northern Star Mining Services (NSMS) is an in-house contractor that specialises in providing underground mining services to its parent entity, ASX 50 listed Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST). As a 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.
Join Our Team at Northern Star Mining Services!
We currently have an exciting opportunity based at our Mount Charlotte Operations for an experienced Underground Maintenance Leading Hand - Electrician.
Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, you will be responsible for the leadership, supervision, and direction of the underground electrical team.
Position Details:
- Job Title: Trades – Leading Hand - Electrical
- Location: Mount Charlotte
- Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Here’s what awaits you:
- Family-Friendly Lifestyle Roster – 7/7 roster that gives you real work-life balance.
- Modern Fleet & Technology – Jumbos and longholes replaced every 72 months to keep you working with reliable, up-to-date equipment.
- Self-Sufficient Operations – Dedicated integrated tool carrier in the department for efficiency and support.
- Career Development – Ongoing training, mentoring, and opportunities to grow within the business.
- Competitive Compensation – Attractive pay rates, benefits, and relocation packages for those moving to Kalgoorlie.
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
Experience:
- Minimum 2 years relevant experience in the mining industry.
- Proven ability to effectively lead teams in an underground environment.
- Ability to train and pass on knowledge to Electrical personnel.
- Computer literacy - Microsoft Office
- Good communication skills
- Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices
- Awareness of the Mine Safety and Inspection Act & Regulations
Qualifications:
- Current "A" Grade Western Australian Electrical Licence
- Current "C" Class Western Australian Driver's Licence
- High Voltage switching ticket (desirable)
- Nationally recognized Working at Heights competency (desirable)
- High Risk Work Licence (desirable)
Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…
- Company subsidised GU Health insurance with Gold level Hospital and Benefits cover
- Employee share plan programs – Free shares every year and opportunities to purchase
- Access to our GoldSTARR Rewards and Discount Program – cash savings across hundreds of retailers including Woolworths, Coles, Ampol and more!!
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) that includes free, confidential counselling and wellbeing services for yourself and immediate family members
- Income protection from the day you start
- Salary sacrificing benefits, including novated leasing
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!
Want to know more about Northern Star? Search www.nsms.com
No agency referrals will be accepted at this time
Shortlisting for this role will begin immediately.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia.