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divh2Underground Miner - Experienced Longhole Driller/h2pNorthern 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./ppWhat do we offer?/pulliVibrant hub of activity on site, with the ability to be part of successful and productive team/liliPermanent position and extended mine-life offering job security./liliExcellent remuneration package with bonuses, insurances, 401k and paid leave./liliOngoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invest in their people./li/ulpWhats the role?/ppThe 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./pulliWorking as directed to minimize equipment down-time and maximize productivity./liliSet up production drill rig and prepare the area/liliDrill in accordance with design pattern./liliOnly operate with appropriate plans and report any variations to the plan./liliMaximise machine availability and increase operating efficiency./liliGeneral laboring as required./liliGeneral housekeeping of the work area/liliEnsuring that all tools and equipment are serviceable and safe./liliCommunicate clearly and effectively on two-way radio./liliEnsure all safety related activities are undertaken in accordance with Company policy and MSHA requirements including Hazard IDs, pre-start checks, pre-start meetings, and incident reporting./liliAssist with fault finding and preventative maintenance/liliAssessing and monitoring of ground conditions./liliConduct scaling in accordance with site requirements./liliPerform such other duties as directed by the Shift Supervisor/li/ulpWhat are we looking for?/ppYoull be a highly determined and positive individual who will display behavior consistent to our Northern Star Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results, looking to work with the business for the long term and be an integral part in its future growth and development./ppThe specifics:/pulliAt least 5 years experience in underground hard rock mining techniques./liliAt least 2 year experience in longhole drilling/liliBasic mechanical knowledge./liliGood communication skills, including ability to read and speak English./liliBasic computer literacy/liliFlexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices./liliAbility to provide leadership and training to new team members/liliMust have good comprehension of safe operating procedures, safety rules, policies, emergency procedures, and MSHA requirements./liliMust pass a post offer physical and drug test, as well as a background check./li/ulpThe Details:/ppWorking a 3 weeks on, 3 weeks off, schedule of days and nights, up to 12 hours a day or more at a remote campsite. Extreme conditions, including but not limited to extreme and changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area./ppEmployees are required to stay on site at the company provided camp during the work rotation. Camp facilities provide dining service, games room, exercise weight room, sauna, and accommodation rooms. Dormitory rooms have a land line phone, great Wi-Fi cable TV. Cell service is available through Wi-Fi. The Company provides a bus service to and from Fairbanks, Delta Junction and Tok, Alaska./ppWhy join us?/ppWhen you join our Company, you join the Northern Star Team. You will be engaged in a dynamic work environment where you will be valued as an integral part of the team, and where you can develop and grow with our business./ppNorthern Star actively supports and contributes to the local community in which we operate. We are a proud supporter of the Veterans Employment Commitment and recognize the advantage of a diversified workplace including diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and strive for workplace excellence./ppShortlisting for this role will begin immediately. Candidates living in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, Delta and Tok regions will be given first consideration. Due to the large volume of applications, only applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted./p/div

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