Underground Communications Technician
5 days ago
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.
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.
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.
- Computer literacy - Microsoft Office, Micromine
- Good communication skills.
- 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.
Why join us?
When 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.
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.
Want to know more about Northern Star? Check out our website here: or follow us on linked in:
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.
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