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.
QA/QC Superintendent – KCGM Mill Expansion Project
We’re seeking a highly skilled QA/QC Superintendent to join our KCGM gold processing plant expansion project and take responsibility for all Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities during the construction phase. Reporting to the Project Manager, you’ll oversee contractor compliance, lead a small team of QA/QC Coordinators, and ensure the successful delivery of quality outcomes across all disciplines.This role is on a rolling 2/1 roster FIFO from Perth to Kalgoorlie.
Here’s what awaits you:
- Supervising and auditing EPC contractor QA/QC processes, including ITPs, welding procedures, and material certifications
- Ensuring compliance with Australian Standards (e.g. AS/NZS 4024, AS/NZS 1554) and project-specific requirements
- Coordinating inspections and liaising with OEMs and regulatory bodies
- Reviewing supplier quality documentation and managing NCR closeouts, corrective actions, and dossiers
- Monitoring construction across earthworks, concrete, mechanical, piping, platework & tanks, electrical, and instrumentation & control systems
- Leading quality meetings and providing clear QA/QC reporting to the project leadership team
- Supporting commissioning and handover with complete and accurate quality records
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
- Extensive QA/QC experience in mining or heavy industrial construction, ideally in gold or mineral processing plants
- Strong knowledge of EPC contracts and quality management systems
- Relevant QA/QC certifications such as welding inspection or NDT (highly regarded)
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence, engage, and manage contractors effectively
Qualifications:
- Certification in welding inspection, NDT, or other relevant QA/QC disciplines is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage contractor relationships effectively.
Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…
- Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
- Gold Price Variable bonus incentive.
- 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.
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.
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!
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