Operations Superintendent – Underground (Federal)

LOCATION: Federal UG Operations – Kalgoorlie/Boulder

ROSTER: 8:6 (11-hour day) roster, FIFO ex Perth or based residentially.

SALARY: Salary + Performance Bonus + Residential Allowance + Insurance + Private Health + Gym Membership Discount + Other Benefits

ABOUT THE ROLE

The purpose of the UG Operations Superintendent is to manage and control the underground mining operations on a daily basis. Working closely with the Underground  General Manager and the Underground Technical team, the Underground Operations Superintendent will drive productivity, a positive safety culture and deliver underground budget physicals in a manner consistent with Norton Gold Fields’ company vision and values.

ABOUT NORTON GOLD FIELDS

Norton Gold Fields is one of Australia’s largest domestic gold producers, with a recent annual production of up to 200,000 ounces. The Company has a mining and processing complex in Western Australia’s world-class Kalgoorlie goldfield region, including a highly prospective tenement package of more than 1,000km² surrounding the 3.8Mtpa Paddington Mill. Norton recently expanded production capability by commissioning the Binduli North Heap Leach Project.

We aim to be the leading gold producer, setting the industry benchmark in safety, teamwork, innovation, operational efficiency, and cost control.

Norton currently has a range of opportunities across multiple long-term projects in the Goldfields region, all conveniently located just 10-45 minutes from town.

Join Norton and take advantage of these exciting opportunities to grow your career at an established gold miner. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

DUTIES 

• On behalf of the Registered Manager, to manage all underground mining daily operations in accordance with the WHS Act 2020 & Regulations as well as Norton’s policies and procedures.
• Fulfill the statutory duties as required.
• Lead the Underground team to build a ‘zero harm’ working environment.
• Lead and manage the Underground team to achieve budgets (physicals and cost).
• Work with the Underground Technical team to ensure the Underground projects are executed on budget and on time.
• Create and drive a Continuous Improvement (CI) working environment for Underground operations.
• Actively support the Underground Managers to help build a positive culture within the team.
• Actively work with Norton Projects and Technical Service team to communicate and deliver results.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Proven track record in comparable role and operation is essential.
• Current unrestricted “C” Class WA Manual Driver’s License.
• Current Dangerous Goods Card.
• Mines Rescue experience (desirable).
• Senior First Aid Certificate (desirable).
• Experience in underground mining operations, including production, ventilation and Emergency Response.
• Good understanding of mine planning, mining engineering and geology.
• Proven experience with the operation and maintenance of underground mining plant and equipment
• Understanding of the statutory requirements including, Mining Safety and Inspection Act 1994 (WA) and Mines Safety and Inspection Regulations 1995 (WA).
• Western Australian Shift Supervisors certificate of competency (essential).

BENEFITS

• Permanent full-time role with immediate start.
• Excellent remuneration package with additional allowances.
• Receive $12k residential allowance per annum, if you are residential and not FIFO.
• Receive up to $5k site allowance per annum, depending on your site location.
• Fully covered family private health insurance through GU Health Complete Gold Cover or an allowance of $4.8k.
• Receive up to 15% short-term incentive payment (STIP) of your base salary.
• Receive a $2.4k allowance to put towards your choice of Death and Total & Permanent Disability (TPD) insurance.
• Pro-rata long service leave (LSL) after just 5 years of service and be entitled to 13 weeks paid LSL after 10 years of service.
• Work with a team that prioritises safety while ensuring you achieve your best output.