Supervisor - Mobile Maintenance, Welding

Artemis Gold - Blackwater Project

  • Vanderhoof, BC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
Overview:Artemis Gold is a well-financed, growth-oriented gold development company with strong financials aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining friendly jurisdictions. The Company's current focus is the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver. The first gold and silver pour at Blackwater was achieved in 2025 and commercial production was declared on May 1, 2025. Artemis Gold trades on TSX-V under the symbol ARTG. For more information visit .Reporting to the Superintendent – Mobile Maintenance, the Supervisor – Mobile Maintenance, Welding is responsible for overseeing welding operations and ensuring the structural integrity of mining equipment and infrastructure through effective welding practices. This role involves supervising a team of welders and fabricators, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and coordinating with maintenance and operations teams to minimize equipment downtime. Although this is a supervisory role, it will be a very ‘hands-on’ position. The incumbent will lead from the front and will be heavily involved in practical fabrication and welding on site.Location: Blackwater Mine SiteSchedule: Two (2) Weeks On - Two (2) Weeks Off Rotation Responsibilities:
  • Demonstrate effective safety leadership by addressing and enforcing BW Golds’ safety standards, procedures, and safety systems.
  • Supervise day-to-day welding operations to ensure safety, quality, and productivity targets are met.
  • Provide direction and support to welding technicians, including job assignments, training, and performance feedback.
  • Act as backfill for the Execution Supervisor when required, ensuring continuity in operations and decision-making.
  • Develop, implement, and standardize bucket inspection procedures and work scopes, ensuring consistency and clarity across maintenance activities.
  • Make informed decisions on repair strategies, including determining:
-What can be executed in-house with existing resources
-What should be outsourced to local vendors based on cost, complexity, or lead time.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Planning, and Procurement teams to optimize work packages and support equipment reliability.
  • Support the development and maintenance of welding procedures, specifications, and quality standards in compliance with industry codes and best practices.
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and quality assurance protocols.
  • Track and report on welding performance metrics and contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions as needed.
  • Participate in resource planning and workforce development to ensure adequate skill coverage across shifts.
Although this is a supervisory role, it will be a very ‘hands-on’ position. The incumbent will lead from the front and will be heavily involved in practical fabrication and welding on site Qualifications:
  • Certified Welder or Welding Inspector (CWI) Preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a welding/fabrication supervisory role, ideally within heavy industry, mining, or construction environments.
  • Strong knowledge of welding techniques, materials, and equipment.
  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work scopes.
  • Familiarity with safety and quality management systems (e.g., ISO, ASME, AWS standards).
  • Proficient in using CMMS and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Familiarity with GET and mining bucket design would be a major advantage.
  • Familiarity with CAT welding and fabrication procedures highly desirable.
Benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • RRSP Matching
  • Extended Health, Dental & Vision Care
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programs
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, or any other basis protected by law. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples. Members of Indigenous communities should clearly identify their status on their resume.

Artemis Gold - Blackwater Project