Communications Technician

Northern Star Pogo Mine; Delta Junction (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Insurance

401k

Paid leave

Development opportunities

Job summary

Northern Star Resources Limited is seeking an underground Communications Technician for our Pogo operation in Alaska. You will install, maintain and fault-find the communications infrastructure across underground and surface areas, reporting to the Electrical Supervisor on a 3 weeks on/3 weeks off rotating schedule.

The role requires at least 3 years in mining and hands-on experience with two-way radio systems, SCADA, RF links and fiber networks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in the mining industry.
• Experience in: 2-way radio troubleshooting and programming, Vehicle proximity, Citect Scada, Schneider Control, satellite television/digital systems, digital radio, VHF/UHF leaky feeder systems, IP Network planning and configuration, Microwave and/or satellite communications links, Troubleshooting complex electronic circuits, Wattmeters, Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers, OTDRs, Fusion Splicers, Oscilloscopes and Multimeters, Terminating, Cat5, RJ11, Coax, Fiber (Fuse on Connectors) and D-Shell Connectors.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and fault-find communications infrastructure.
• Support continuous improvement projects in Mining.
• Assist commissioning and startup of new installations.
• Mentor junior personnel in the department.
• Implement minor software/hardware/interface changes.
• Work with supervisors and vendors to resolve complex comms problems.
• Develop procedures for systems within your area of responsibility.
• Ensure reporting meets Company standards and is on time.
• Carry out planned weekly/monthly maintenance.
• Operate Integrated Tool Carrier/Front End Loader.

Skills

2-way radio

Radio programming

Vehicle proximity

SCADA

Schneider Control

Satellite systems

Digital radio

IP networking

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Tools

Leaky feeder systems

Wattmeters

Spectrum Analyzers

Vector Network Analyzers

OTDRs

Fusion Splicers

RJ11

Cat5

Coax

Fiber connectors

Job description

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.

We currently have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an underground Communications Technician 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 Communications Technician reports to the Electrical Supervisor and the primary role is to be responsible for the installation, maintenance and fault finding of the communications infrastructure both underground and on the surface within the Mining, Processing and Maintenance Departments.

Duties include:

• Complete any task as required by the Electrical Supervisor.
• Provide support to continuous improvement projects within the Mining Department.
• Assist with commissioning and start up of new installations.
• Act as a technical reference point and mentor to junior ranked personnel within the department.
• Implement minor software/hardware/graphic interface changes as directed in accordance with site operating procedures, tools and methodologies.
• Work with supervisors and vendors to develop solutions and seek resolution to complex communications problems.
• Assist in the development of operational and functional procedures related to systems within your area of responsibility.
• Ensure that all reporting required meets the Company's Standards and is completed and distributed on time.
• Carry out planned weekly and monthly maintenance.
• Operate Integrated Tool Carrier/Front End Loader.

What are we looking for?

You’ll be a highly organised individual who will display behaviour 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.

The specifics:

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in the mining industry.
• Experience in: 2-way radio troubleshooting and programming, Vehicle proximity, Citect Scada, Schneider Control, satellite television/digital systems, digital radio, VHF/UHF leaky feeder systems, IP Network planning and configuration, Microwave and/or satellite communications links, Troubleshooting complex electronic circuits, Wattmeter's, Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers, OTDR's Fusion Splicers, Oscilloscopes and Multi-meters, Terminating, Cat5, RJ11, Coax, Fiber (Fuse on Connectors) and D-Shell Connectors.
• High level planning and organisational skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
• Ability to work in teams and apply analytical problem solving.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to handle multiple complex tasks simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Awareness of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Act & Regulations.
• Be able to pass a background check and post offer physical.

The Details

Working a 3 week on, 3 week off rotating 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. Employees 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.

Northern Star actively supports and contributes to the local community in which we operate. We are a proud supporter of the Veterans' Employment Commitment and recognise 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.

Shortlisting 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.