Hygiene Technician

Hygiene Technician

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 Ltd is searching for a Hygiene Technician to join the Health, Safety, Security, Environment and Training (HSSET) Department at the Kalgoorlie-based KCGM operation.

This role is residential in Kalgoorlie, on an 5/2 4/3 roster, working 9-hour days, which may occasionally include split shifts.

Here’s what awaits you:

• Conduct occupational hygiene monitoring according to relevant standards and guidelines.
• Ensure workers that participate in occupational hygiene monitoring complete work log forms and are advised to wear monitoring equipment properly. Void samples if monitoring equipment is not worn correctly or if flow rates indicate sample must be voided. 
• Ensure timely submission of occupational hygiene samples and ensure potable water samples are appropriately packed, chilled (if required) and freighted to arrive at the laboratory within 24 hours.
• Provide the laboratory with chain of custody documents and advise of samples that are being sent.
• Complete administrative tasks associated with hygiene monitoring including inputting of sample details and results into the site monitoring spreadsheet and completion of feedback letters for workers.
• Liaise with laboratories to ensure sufficient filters and other consumable items are available.
• Maintain the occupational hygiene equipment calibration register and ensure items requiring calibration are sent for calibration.
• Assist with additional occupational hygiene programs including monitoring campaigns.
• Operate real-time air monitoring to assess concentrations of contaminants in work areas.
• Operate an XRF monitor to assess surface contamination of areas for mercury.
• Conduct and administer respirator fit testing for workers.
• Draft quarterly potable water quality reports for review by Occupational Hygiene Advisor.
• Provide additional technical support, relevant to skills and qualifications, to the Occupational Hygienist and safety team.

Experience

Qualifications**:**

• Mine Air Quality Officer (MAQO) – Appointed Person

• Noise Officer (NO) Appointed Person

• Degree in a Health or Sciences Field from a recognised tertiary institution or relevant experience would be beneficial for this role.

• Hold an unencumbered Australian manual C-Class driver’s licence

Passion for Growth: thrive in a role where quick thinking, problem-solving, and meticulous attention to detail are keys to success. Step into a role where your skills make a real impact- apply today and grow with us!

Discover the perks of working at Northern Star…

• Company subsidised GU Health Insurance.
• Short-term incentive bonus program.
• 4 weeks of 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.

Apply now to join the Northern Star team!