Hygiene Technician

Shared Jundee–Thunderbox role with periodic Bronzewing support

Permanent 8: 6 FIFO roster from Perth

Multi-site exposure, direct mentoring and a genuine hygiene career pathway

We are looking for a practical and motivated Hygiene Technician to join our site-based Health and Safety team, supporting Jundee and Thunderbox Operations with periodic support to Bronzewing. This permanent, full-time role is offered on an ongoing 8 days on / 6 days off FIFO roster from Perth.

Reporting to the Senior Occupational Hygienist, this hands-on role spans underground and surface mining, processing, maintenance and contractor workgroups. You will combine high-volume fit testing and field monitoring with improvement projects, direct mentoring and structured development toward an Occupational Hygienist career.

• Conduct respirator and hearing protection fit testing, including scheduling, follow-up actions, and record management.
• Support workplace audiometric testing and health surveillance in line with company and regulatory requirements.
• Complete exposure monitoring for dust, silica, diesel particulate matter, noise, hazardous substances, thermal conditions, and air quality.
• Maintain, calibrate, and manage monitoring equipment, samples, laboratory submissions, and testing records.
• Keep hygiene registers and dashboards up to date, tracking compliance and overdue requirements from employees and contractors, and provide clear progress updates to site leaders.
• Assist with workplace inspections, control verification, incident investigations, and improvement initiatives.
• Support potable water verification and other occupational health programs across site operations.

Where you’ll add value

• Hands-on experience in occupational hygiene, mining, health & safety, environmental monitoring, laboratory operations, or a related technical field.
• Experience with quantitative respirator fit testing (PortaCount or equivalent), hearing protection fit testing, and/or workplace audiometry is highly regarded.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels.
• Highly organised and adaptable, with strong time management skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical and solutions-focused, with the ability to identify issues and drive practical outcomes in a dynamic environment.

• Relevant qualification in science, health, environmental, WHS, or a related discipline; occupational hygiene studies are highly regarded.
• Mine Air Quality Officer (MAQO) and Noise Officer (NO) qualifications, or the ability to obtain them.
• Strong digital, record management, and compliance tracking skills.
• Current Australian C-Class driver's licence (manual preferred) and flexibility to travel across multiple sites.

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 plan programs, 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
• Our Yandal Production Centre

Our Yandal Production Centre brings together the established operations of Jundee, Thunderbox and Bronzewing. Featuring expansive underground and open pit mines within a technically diverse environment, our Yandal Production Centre offers stability, career development, and cross-site collaboration.

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.

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