Responsibilities
- Electrical Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, including high-voltage equipment, motors, transformers, and switchgear.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults in complex systems, ensuring timely resolution to minimize downtime.
- Maintain and repair variable frequency drives (VFDs), PLCs, and other automated control systems used in mining operations.
- Install, calibrate, and commission electrical equipment and systems for mining processes.
- Lead projects involving upgrades or expansions of electrical infrastructure to meet operational requirements.
- Interpret and work from electrical blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
- Ensure all electrical installations and repairs comply with local and national codes (e.g., NEC, IEC) and mining safety standards.
- Conduct routine safety inspections of electrical systems and participate in risk assessments.
- Collaborate with the safety team to develop and enforce lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
- Provide mentorship and training to junior electricians and apprentices.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineers and operations staff, to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
- Act as a point of contact during electrical emergencies or system failures.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
- Prepare reports on system performance, downtime analysis, and suggested improvements.
- Contribute to planning and budgeting for electrical system upgrades and spare parts inventory.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician (as required by local regulations)
- Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in industrial or mining electrical systems, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role
Nice to Have
- Vocational or technical certification in electrical systems
- Certifications in high-voltage systems, PLC programming, or similar
- Hands-on experience in mining equipment, including pumps, piping systems, and SCADA controls
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintaining Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and automated control systems
- Hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation platforms, including Allen-Bradley PLCs and related software
- Training or experience in fiber optic installation, splicing, and troubleshooting
