Northern Star Pogo LLC

Overview

Northern Star Resources Limited is an Australian ASX 100 gold producer with three Tier-1 projects in low sovereign risk regions. Due to growth, they are seeking an experienced Fabricator/Welder for their Pogo operation in Alaska on a rotational camp schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support the maintenance team in the repair and maintenance of mobile equipment.
• Perform a high standard of fabrication and welding execution.
• Provide technical advice and support to fellow Maintenance Team members.
• Ensure workmanship meets standards, tolerances, and testing of equipment.
• Ensure effective communication and handover between crews regarding maintenance plans.
• Identify correct parts and equipment for planned and unplanned jobs.
• Ensure compliance with environmental standards.
• Continuously review scheduled jobs for improvement opportunities.
• Highlight equipment defects using the maintenance management process.
• Manage costs to avoid rework and unnecessary use of parts.
• Undertake safety-related activities in accordance with Company policy and MSHA requirements.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in work areas.

Requirements

• Fabrication/welding certification.
• Minimum 5 years practical experience as a fabricator/welder, preferably in the mining industry.
• Experience in line-boring and machining is highly desired.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively.
• Candidates living in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, Delta and Tok regions will be given first consideration.
• Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
• Experience with the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Act & Regulations.
• Ability to pass a background check and post-offer physical.

Benefits

• Permanent position offering job security.
• Excellent remuneration package with bonuses.
• 401k.
• Paid leave.
• Ongoing development opportunities.

Additional Information

• Working a 3 week on, 3 week off schedule of rotating days and nights, 12 hours a day or more.
• Employees are required to stay on site at the company provided camp during the work rotation.
• Camp facilities include 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.