Underground Miner - Experienced Longhole Driller

Northern Star Sarl•Delta Junction, AK

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Northern Star Resources Limited (ASX: NST) is an Australian ASX 100 gold producer with three Tier-1 world-class projects located in highly prospective and low sovereign risk regions of Australia and North America. Northern Star is the largest Australian gold producer and among the top 10 gold miners globally. Northern Star continues to invest in building a strong asset base through strategic acquisitions and aggressive exploration to extend the mine lives across its world-class operations and generate earning accretive value for its Shareholders through operational effectiveness. Northern Star (Pogo) LLC have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an Experienced Longhole Driller at our world-class Pogo operation in Alaska on a rotational camp schedule. What do we offer? Vibrant hub of activity on site, with the ability to be part of successful and productive team Permanent position and extended mine-life offering job security. Excellent remuneration package with bonuses, insurances, 401k and paid leave. Ongoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invest in their people. What's the role? The Underground Miner - Longhole Driller reports to the Underground Shift Supervisor, and the primary role is to safely and efficiently operate underground equipment and perform various mining tasks specific to longhole drilling. Other duties may include Truck driving, Nipper, Mucking, Powder Crew, Service Crew and Jumbo drilling. Working as directed to minimize equipment down-time and maximize productivity. Set up production drill rig and prepare the area Drill in accordance with design pattern. Only operate with appropriate plans and report any variations to the plan. Maximise machine availability and increase operating efficiency. General laboring as required. General housekeeping of the work area Ensuring that all tools and equipment are serviceable and safe. Communicate clearly and effectively on two-way radio. Ensure all safety related activities are undertaken in accordance with Company policy and MSHA requirements including Hazard ID's, pre-start checks, pre-start meetings, and incident reporting. Assist with fault finding and preventative maintenance Assessing and monitoring of ground conditions. Conduct scaling in accordance with site requirements. Perform such other duties as directed by the Shift Supervisor

Requirements

At least 5 years experience in underground hard rock mining techniques
At least 2 year experience in longhole drilling
Basic mechanical knowledge
Good communication skills, including ability to read and speak English
Basic computer literacy
Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices
Ability to provide leadership and training to new team members
Must have good comprehension of safe operating procedures, safety rules, policies, emergency procedures, and MSHA requirements
Must pass a post offer physical and drug test, as well as a background check

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate underground equipment and perform various mining tasks specific to longhole drilling
Truck driving
Nipper
Mucking
Powder Crew
Service Crew
Jumbo drilling
Working as directed to minimize equipment down-time and maximize productivity
Set up production drill rig and prepare the area
Drill in accordance with design pattern
Only operate with appropriate plans and report any variations to the plan
Maximise machine availability and increase operating efficiency
General laboring as required
General housekeeping of the work area
Ensuring that all tools and equipment are serviceable and safe
Communicate clearly and effectively on two-way radio
Ensure all safety related activities are undertaken in accordance with Company policy and MSHA requirements including Hazard ID's, pre-start checks, pre-start meetings, and incident reporting
Assist with fault finding and preventative maintenance
Assessing and monitoring of ground conditions
Conduct scaling in accordance with site requirements
Perform such other duties as directed by the Shift Supervisor