Electrical Foreperson
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- Dease Lake, BC
- $180,000-190,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Comply with and enforce all safety standards and standard operating procedures.
- Direct and mentor the underground electricians, providing daily task guidance and coaching for continuous improvement.
- Plan, schedule, and monitor electrical work activities for crews.
- Support the mining group to ensure minimal downtime of equipment and mine services.
- Assist with the implementation and maintenance of underground and surface tele-remoting operations for equipment (scoops and Sandvik Multilite systems).
- Collaborate closely with the Maintenance Superintendent to manage costs, improve processes, and support operational excellence.
- Work in partnership with client counterparts on electrical projects throughout the mine.
- Assist in electrical reticulation design for operating levels, including installation of Splitter boxes, PTOs, and pump starters
- Perform high voltage (HV) cable terminations and splicing.
- Assist in the rigging and slinging of heavy electrical components.
- Interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, and technical sketches.
- Ensure compliance with all legislation and safety regulations related to electrical work.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Strong knowledge of standard practices, materials, and electrical processes used in underground mining development.
- Extensive experience in the design, installation, and maintenance of underground electrical systems and machinery, including PLC systems; Cable installations; Work platforms; Transformer setups; Ventilation fans; Pumps and dewatering systems; Maintenance of Sandvik Automine Scoops and Sandvik Development/Production drills
- Knowledge and hands-on experience in low, medium, and high voltage installations.
- Skilled in HV cable termination and splicing.
- Competent in rigging and slinging heavy components safely.
- Strong planning, scheduling, and crew management abilities.
- Ability to mentor, train, and encourage employees.
- High level of computer literacy, with proficiency in spreadsheets, business systems, and email communications.
- Ability to multi-task and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Respectful and inclusive of cultural differences in a diverse workplace.
- Commitment to working safely while ensuring the safety of others
- Inter-Provincial (Red Seal) certification
- 7 to 10 years' experience working in an underground mine
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a leadership role
- Experience working with high voltage electric mining equipment and underground electrical reticulation
- Be knowledgeable with Canadian and British Columbia Provincial Electrical Code as well as the CSA M421-00 codes related to underground mining
- Strong communication, organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision while still being a contributing member of a team
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment
- Frequently walk, climb, and navigate uneven, confined, and wet underground surfaces
- Access active mining areas using ladders, stairs, and mobile equipment
- Work in low-light conditions and varying temperatures
- Work in environments with dust, noise, vibration, and exposure to heavy equipment
- Wear required PPE, including hard hat, respirator (if required), hearing protection, and fall protection
- Sit for extended periods while completing reports, planning work, and communicating via computer systems