De Beers Group is seeking a Power Generation Technician – Fly-In-Fly-Out to support the Electrical & Instrumentation team at the Gahcho Kué Mine Site in the Northwest Territories. You will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing site power generation equipment to ensure safe, functional, and reliable operations.
What You'll Do
- Operate, maintain and repair both prime power and standby power diesel generators rated 7.5kVA to 3,500 kVA.
- Maintain and repair all Powerhouse auxiliary mechanical and electrical equipment, including waste heat recovery system and LV electrical systems.
- Work with the team to conduct job risk assessments and safe work plans ahead of work being completed.
- Perform engine failure analysis and field repairs using OEM diagnostic tools and Service instruction manuals.
- Complete PM inspections, testing and accurate reporting of engine downtime from defects or deficiencies.
- Inspect and ensure general and specialized tooling are in good working order and always safe to use.
- Liaise with Scheduler to ensure warranty claims are processed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with OEM policies.
- Assist Planners and Scheduler in developing scope of work, planning out and scheduling new work for maintenance tasks and ad-hoc engine overhauls or emergency repairs.
- Ensure all power generation equipment and areas are maintained to organizational SHE standards.
- Record clear and detailed information and hours worked on work orders in SAP.
- Report hazard observations and near hits, and assist with incident investigations and follow-up work.
What We're Looking For
- Valid Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician (HET) certification.
- Minimum five years’ experience in an industrial setting which includes experience on operating and maintaining Power generation equipment.
- Ability to perform diagnostics and repairs on remote field equipment.
- Valid Class 5 or equivalent Driver’s license with no restrictions.
- Ability to operate within MS Office and SAP environment.
- Ability to build productive working relationships with all departments.
- Ability to communicate and complete work in a professional and efficient manner.
Nice to Have
- Caterpillar C175 engine experience considered an asset.
- Preference will be given to Members of the Deninu Kué, Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation, North Slave Métis Alliance, Northwest Territory Métis Nation, Tlicho Government, or Yellowknives Dene First Nation, followed by non-indigenous residents of the Northwest Territories.
Technical Stack
- SAP
- MS Office
- OEM diagnostic tools
Team & Environment
Based within the Engineering and Site Services department, reporting to the Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor.
Work Mode
This is an onsite, fly-in-fly-out role based at the Gahcho Kué Mine Site in the Northwest Territories.
De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.
