Newmont has recently acquired Newcrest Mining creating the world’s leading gold mining company.  

With operations around the world, our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities where we operate. We aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work. We bring out the best in each other, inspiring performance and a shared belief that what we do matters.  

Our Red Chris mine is located on the traditional territory of the Tahltan and we encourage qualified applicants from the local communities to apply. We offer several designated marshalling points within BC including Nanaimo, Vancouver, Kelowna, Kamloops, Prince George, Smithers, and Calgary, AB.  

Our Red Chris operation is now recruiting for the position of Superintendent – Electrical and Instrumentation with a competitive base salary between $144,500.00 – $170,000.00 dependant on experience, skills, and qualifications, with an additional short term incentive of 20%. The offered base salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills and competencies with consideration to internal equity. 

We are seeking an individual for a Fly In, Fly Out opportunity working on a two weeks in, two weeks out rotation.  

Purpose of the Role

The Electrical and Instrumentation Superintendent is responsible to oversee the maintenance and repair of all electrical and instrumentation systems at Red Chris Mine. The successful candidate will maintain the safety of yourself, direct reports and team members while working closely with planners, Reliability and Supervisor’s to ensure that all electrical jobs are completed – safely, efficiently and economically. The superintendent will lead a team of technicians and work closely with other departments to ensure optimal performance of all the mine’s operational electric and instrumentation needs while ensuring that all electrical and instrumentation equipment operates efficiently, safely, and in compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

Technical Accountabilities:

• Ensure the safety, reliability and cost efficiency of site-wide electrical and instrumentation needs
• Provide leadership, coaching and guidance to the electrical and instrumentation team.
• Conduct performance evaluations to identify operational limitations and initiate steps to enhance system performance.
• Ensure sufficient spares are available and maintained for critical equipment.
• Ensure critical equipment has redundancy or is backed-up and is protected from fire or other threats.
• Statutory systems are maintained, audited, and treated according to the relevant legislation.
• Ensure compliance with change management procedures with bridge logs and registers kept up to date and audited regularly.
• Manage all Elecrical/Instumentation Maintenance and repair for operation of process plant and assets.
• Delivery of robust, cost-effective engineering solutions, compliant with site standards.
• Provide technical support, guidance, and coaching to site personnel on systems, statutory compliance and technical matters related to electrical and instrumentation ; and,
• Solve problems and investigate innovative solutions.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Lead by example attitude
• High level of organizational skills
• Ensure the ESMP/HVSMP Plans are adhered to. (Electrical Safety Management Plan and High Voltage Safety Management Plan)

General Accountabilities:

• Provide leadership, mentoring and coaching to your direct team.
• Report diligently to manager & senior leadership team on any critical activities.
• Stand-in for the manager when required.
• Management of contracts and contractors under your control including budgets, timelines, support visits, and safety performance; and,
• Act as the Newmont SEA (Site Electrical Authority for Red Chris)

What We Offer  

We are committed to ensuring that our team members are kept healthy and safe. To achieve this, we provide comfortable on-site accommodations, including excellent balanced meals prepared by our culinary team. Team members can expect access to TV and Wi-Fi, our on-site gym and a variety of recreational activities. 

All our team members are also rewarded with a host of great benefits, including:  

·       Travel allowance and arrangements made for transportation to and from site  

·       Competitive salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications  

·       Competitive Benefits and Registered Retirement Savings Plan matching program 

·       Ongoing training with continuous growth and development opportunities    

It is important to note that the safety and wellbeing of our team is our top priority. As such, we promote a drug and alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.    

About You  

Position requirements include, but are not limited to:   

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in a mining or heavy industry environment
• Successful completion of Grade 12 and a certified Master Journeyperson Electrician required
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, such as variable frequency drives, protective relays, medium voltage drives, transformers and switchgear, and power distribution systems;
• Understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers and associated I/O

Our Commitment to You  

Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underpinned by our values of Safety, Sustainability, Integrity, Responsibility and Inclusion, our commitment is to respect the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.   

If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application through our website before the advertised closing date.