Senior Training Advisor
Education & TrainingPosted 10 Aug 2026
Posted 10 Aug 2026
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CertificationsCertificate IV in Training and Assessment – TAE 40116, Certificate III - Surface Extraction Operations
Senior Training Advisor
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.
We have a challenging but rewarding Senior Training Advisor position awaiting you at the iconic KCGM Superpit that boasts a +10-year mine life. Promising a long term and fulfilling future, your journey begins in a dynamic work environment with the Open Pit Training team at our Open Pit Mine on a family friendly Kalgoorlie-based residential 7:7 roster, 12.5-hour day shifts.
Here’s what awaits you:
Providing field proficiency training which is compliant to the national, corporate and legislative standards and improving operator skills base in the Open Pit – Load and Haul department at KCGM.
Observing operators’ current skill level, identifying skills gaps requiring attention, delivering one on one training and instruction to increase operator understanding and application of specific machine operations.
Ensuring competency and compliance levels of those KCGM Open Pit personnel involved with training development, delivery and assessment are appropriately skilled and competent.
Completing and maintaining all required proficiency reports, footage and documentation related to training, ensuring that records are complete, thorough and accurate, and that confidentiality is maintained.
Coordinating and liaising observations requirements – Machinery/Dispatch/Supervisors.
To thrive in this role, you’ll need:
Qualifications: Minimum 5 years of experience, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment – TAE 40116, Certificate III - Surface Extraction Operations, Current “C” Class Western Australian Drivers Licence.
Experience: Must have experience in Grader/Support Loaders/Impact rollers, Dozer – CAT/Liebherr/Track/Wheel, Excavator (High precision), Production Loaders, Production Excavator (400+ Ton), Production Shovel (600+ Ton)
Desired Experience: Minimum of 5 year in a similar Training role, Minimum 5-year relevant experience in the mining industry (desired), Working knowledge of the Mines Safety and Inspection Act & Regulations, Familiarity with INX database modules such as Intuition, Mining technology and heavy production equipment, Demonstrated experience in competency-based training and assessment methods, Ability to communicate effectively across all levels (Face to face/email/teams), Effective delivery of field training, Strong presentation skills, Basic understanding Microsoft office .
Passion for Growth: Become a valued integral part of the Team, where you can develop and grow with our business who are committed to recruiting, training and promoting individuals based on competence and skills maintaining fairness and consistency.
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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!