Pogo Mine

Underground Electrical Lead Hand

Fairbanks, AK, USA|Remote, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $27.25 - $35.75
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
paid leave
Bonuses
Employee development opportunities

Job Description

Northern Star Resources Limited (ASX: NST) is a leading Australian gold producer, ranked among the top 10 gold miners globally. With three Tier-1 world-class projects located in prospective and low sovereign risk regions of Australia and North America, Northern Star is known for its operational excellence and strategic growth initiatives. By investing in acquisitions and aggressive exploration, the company aims to extend mine lives and maximize shareholder value. As a major player in the gold mining industry, Northern Star continues to build its asset base and ensure long-term sustainable operations, offering stability and career growth for its employees.

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Job Requirements

  • Electrical experience in the underground mining industry preferred
  • demonstrated ability to maintain or exceed industry best practices
  • flexible to adapt to improved procedures
  • awareness of MSHA Act and Regulations
  • willingness to work a 3 weeks on, 3 weeks off rotational schedule
  • able to work extended hours up to 12 hours or more per day
  • capable to work in extreme and changing weather conditions, dust, mud, noise, varying light levels, and confined spaces
  • willingness to stay on site at company-provided camp
  • good physical health to pass post-offer physical
  • authorisation to work in the U.S.

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 7 years electrical experience
  • qualify for Level 5 of the Underground Electrician technical criteria
  • proficient in prioritising work
  • demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills
  • ability to manage a small team of electricians
  • competent in liaising with other departments
  • willingness and ability to relieve in Supervisor position
  • ability to read and interpret technical manuals and specifications
  • computer literate in Microsoft Office, Pronto or similar CMMS
  • good communication skills
  • ability to problem-solve and manage conflicting priorities
  • current driver’s license
  • able to pass a background check and post-offer physical

Job Duties

  • Coordinate the daily management, control and supervision of underground electrical operations in compliance with MSHA Act and Regulations
  • undertake diagnostic, breakdown, repairs, follow-up work and preventive maintenance of electrical infrastructure, dewatering infrastructure and telemetry
  • attend daily pre-start meetings to ensure effective communication and handovers
  • maintain high standard of housekeeping and hold team accountable
  • rigorously manage costs to avoid rework and unnecessary use of parts or services
  • provide technical advice and support to electrical team members
  • ensure workmanship meets standards and perform equipment testing prior to handover
  • attend weekly scheduling and planning meetings
  • plan jobs effectively gathering materials and directing team to complete tasks safely and timely
  • ensure installation of underground electrical reticulation and infrastructure meets high standards with complete testing and documentation
  • conduct daily handovers with incoming and outgoing Leading Hand
  • liaise with Electrical Supervisor on planned work and updates during shifts
  • host daily line-out and 5-STARR meetings
  • coordinate with Underground Shift Supervisors on machine breakdowns, outages and shift plans
  • delegate unplanned work
  • create work orders and generate pick slips as required
  • review documentation before submission
  • record and report equipment downtime
  • develop succession plans within the team
  • ensure all safety activities are completed according to company policy
  • complete monthly scheduled compliance work
  • perform other duties as required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location