Light Vehicle Mechanic Supervisor

We are looking for a Light Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor to join our KCGM operation.

Reporting to the Maintenance Coordinator you will be Supervising the Light Vehicle Maintenance personnel to ensure the effective maintenance of Light Vehicle, Plant and Ancillary support equipment.

This dynamic position offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled team. Driving accountability of the KCGM maintenance team and contractors to deliver optimal support to the mining team through direct field leadership and engagement and contribute to Northern Star's dynamic work environment.

Live locally in the Kalgoorlie Goldfields working only 10 minutes from home on this family friendly 8/6 roster. If you are Kalgoorlie residential or willing to relocate, apply now!

What you can look forward to:

• Leading the Maintenance Operations teams in a safe and productive work environment by ensuring all work practices/procedures meet statutory, Company OHS and company operational standards within the Maintenance Department.
• Display an understanding and insure to uphold WA Statutory Position requirements.
• Ensure alignment with Site specific Policies and Procedures.
• Manage Maintenance personnel to ensure the effective maintenance of but not limited to Light Vehicle, Plant and ancillary equipment so that business targets and goals are achieved as required.
• Attending pre/post planning and work management to review workorders, compliance to plan in the department.
• Lead the work management process in the department from job creation, parts ordering, planning and completion to comply with Work Management Systems and procedures.
• Ensuring all activities are conducted to achieve lowest cost and maximise machine reliability support to production.
• Achieve execution of compliance to plan KPI’s.
• Carry out receipting of workorders and parts ordered in the department in line with the company purchasing procedures.
• Accurate record keeping of daily breakdown logs supporting the downtime reconciliation process with Mining Operations.
• Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives displaying effective management of change.
• Communicate objectives of the department with all maintenance team members as directed by Open Pit Maintenance Coordinator or Superintendent.
• Managing noncompliance, ensuring adherence to the companies polices & procedures.

Where you’ll add value:

• A minimum of Ten (10) years mechanical maintenance experience including a minimum of Five (5) years in a supervisor role in a similar sized operation.
• Product knowledge on Toyota and Isuzu Light Vehicles to Heavy trucks, lighting towers, trailers, hot washers, generators, welders, EWP’s, compressors, forklifts.
• Strong leadership experience and ability to engage and empower large teams.
• Excellent computer literacy with ability to use integrated management systems, Microsoft office suite, INX, Pronto and AMT.
• Experience in performance management of team members with the ability to coach, mentor and empower others.
• Strong understanding of Maintenance work management processes.
• Experience in incident, injury and investigation process.
• Awareness of the Mines Safety and Inspection Act & Regulations.

Qualifications:

• Mechanical Trade or engineering qualification
• Current Unencumbered Western Australian "C" Class Drivers Licence
• Statutory Supervisor Certification (section 26)
• Formal Leadership and Supervisory Training (Desirable)
• Western Australian Construction White Card
• St Johns Senior First Aid Certificate (desirable)

Our people, your benefits:

• Subsidised GU Health Insurance for employees and immediate family, including gold-level hospital and ancillary benefits with rebates from 80% -100%.
• Competitive bonus program with quarterly and annual incentive opportunities.
• Employee share plans with free shares and matched contributions.
• Comprehensive parental leave policy and confidential wellbeing support.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing and FIFO benefits where applicable.
• Flexible working policy, with arrangements considered based on business and role requirements.
• 5 weeks annual leave for site – based employees

Kalgoorlie Production Centre – KCGM, Kanowna Belle, South Kalgoorlie & Carosue Dam

Our Kalgoorlie Production Centre includes KCGM, Carosue Dam and Kalgoorlie Operations (Kanowna Belle and South Kalgoorlie), bringing together a portfolio of established assets within one of Australia’s most recognised mining regions. Supported by a strong residential workforce and longstanding mining history, the centre offers the opportunity to contribute across a large-scale operational environment within the Goldfields region.

About Northern Star Resources 

Northern Star is a global-scale gold producer, with operating mines, a development project and exploration programs in Western Australia and Alaska. We own and operate three high-quality production centres: Kalgoorlie, Yandal and Pogo, and one development project, Hemi which are all located in low sovereign risk jurisdictions.

At Northern Star, we’re committed to building a strong and sustainable workforce where our people can contribute to the ongoing success of our operations. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills through hands-on, practical experience in a fast-paced, diverse environment alongside leading industry professionals. Guided by our STARR Core Values, we focus on continuous improvement and invest in our people as we evolve and strengthen our business. 

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!