Mine Surveyor

Northern Star Pogo Mine; Delta Junction (AK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site camp housing

Bonuses

401k plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Northern Star Resources Limited's Pogo operation in Alaska is seeking an experienced Underground Mine Surveyor/Survey Technician. This role supports planning and production by delivering precise underground surveys using total stations and modern software.

You will work a 15‑day on, 13‑day off schedule at a remote campsite, with on-site camp facilities, transportation to Fairbanks and surrounding areas, and a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and teamwork within the Mining Department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of survey theory and instruments.
• Proficient with Windows, MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to pass background check and post-offer physical.

Responsibilities

• Prepare underground 3D as-built surveys using total station equipment.
• Establish and maintain survey wall stations.
• Lay out survey control for face blasting.
• Lay out survey control for long-hole slashing.
• Update survey drawings using AutoCAD, Vulcan and Surpac.
• Prepare end-of-month volume and footage reports using Vulcan.
• Survey volumes for surface ore, waste, and stockpiles.
• Assist in mine plans and designs.
• Assist in alignment of exploration drills (surface/underground).
• Complete survey projects accurately and on schedule.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Surveying knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Vulcan

Surpac

Total Station

MS Word/Excel

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 an exciting opportunity at our Pogo operation for an experienced Underground Mine Surveyor/Survey Technician on a 15 days on, 13 days off schedule.

What do we offer?

• Vibrant hub of activity on site, with the ability to be part of a 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 invests in their people

What’s the role?

The Surveyor reports to the Senior Surveyor, and the primary role is to produce results that accurately define operations and can be used for planning and production support within the Mining Department.

Responsibilities

• Prepare underground 3D as‑built surveys using total station equipment
• Establish and maintain survey wall stations
• Lay out survey control associated with face blasting
• Lay out survey control associated with long‑hole slashing
• Update and maintain survey drawings using AutoCAD, Vulcan and Surpac
• Prepare end of month volume and footage reports using Vulcan
• Survey and calculate volumes for surface ore, waste, and aggregate stockpiles
• Survey assistance for the development of mine plans and designs
• Assist in the alignment of exploration drills for surface and underground
• Produce results that accurately define mine operations and can be used for planning and production support; complete survey projects in a timely and efficient manner
• May also be asked to assist with mine engineering projects, tasks and data collection
• Other duties as required

Qualifications Required

• High school diploma or GED required
• Working knowledge of survey theory and instruments
• Working knowledge of computers and programs to process and plot surveying data
• Valid driver’s license
• Sufficient education to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations, and keep records
• Demonstrated computer skills in Windows environment with experience in MS Word and Excel
• Effective written, verbal, and communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the company
• Ability to pass a background check and post‑offer physical

Desired Experience & Competencies

• One year of surveying experience or technical school
• Underground hard rock experience
• Competency with AutoCAD, Vulcan and Surpac
• Critical thinking skills and problem‑solving skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills

Working a 15‑day on, 13‑day off rotating schedule up to 11.50 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.