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Northern Star (Pogo) LLC has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Mine Geologist 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 Mine Geologist reports to the Senior Mine Geologist, and the primary role is to collect primary geological information and perform the underground geological activities required to facilitate the safe, efficient, and cost-effective extraction and growth of the mineral reserve within the Pogo Gold Mine area to meet or exceed Northern Star’s performance requirements within the Pogo Geology Department.
Working with a strong, dynamic team, this is an exciting opportunity to expand on your previous skills and experience whilst building relationships within all levels of the business.
What are we looking for?
You’ll be a highly self-motivated 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 2 years’ experience in Underground Mining. Narrow vein, long-hole stoping experience a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field required.
- Ability to work unsupervised and display good problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to learn, set achievable goals and safely achieve tasks is required.
- Ability to work within a team.
- Computer literacy Microsoft Office Suite required
- Experience with Vulcan software is preferred.
- Experience with data management in Leapfrog and Acquire highly preferred
- Prefer remote camp or remote location experience
- Must have good comprehension of safe operating procedures, safety rules, policies, emergency procedures, and MSHA requirements.
- Must pass a post offer physical and drug test, as well as a background check.
The Details:
Working a 15 day on, 13 day 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, internet & cable tv programs. Cell service is available when using Wi-Fi. The Company provides a bus service to and from Fairbanks, Delta Junction and Tok, Alaska.