Job Description

Project: Alamos Shaft Sinking & Headwork

Location: Dubreuilville, ON

Rotation: 14 days on, 14 days off

Shift Length: 12 hours

Salary Range: $145,000 - $165,000/annum, range is variable and dependent on overtime worked and production bonus paid

Travel: Kilometers paid

Accommodation: Camp setting

Benefits: Redpath offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to health, dental and vision care, life insurance, pension and employee assistance program

Pre-employment requirement: Drug test and criminal background check

Job Summary

The primary role of the Shaft Electrician is to ensure that the electrical portion of the project progresses according to plan and is completed to standards. The Shaft Electrician will perform or be involved in all phases of the electrical work.

General

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform safely and timely emergency repairs to equipment as required.
• Performs hands on work for shaft and underground electrical installation, maintenance, testing and equipment repairs.
• Assemble, install, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment and associated electrical and electronic controls. These may include hoisting & diesel electrical plants.
• Perform hands on work for all phases of the project pertaining to the installation, maintenance, and repair of all electrical systems in the shaft and underground work areas.
• Organize and plan the work for himself and his crew, expected to problem solve.
• Complete electrical installations from blueprints, sketches, or diagrams
• Install the type and sizes cables, wires, panel boards, safety switches, combination starters, lighting and other equipment necessary to achieve the required results.
• Make and provide reports for inspections.
• Diagnose electrical problems and initiates corrective measures.
• Participate in incident/accident investigations and reporting.

Health And Safety

• Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment
• Following Redpath Canada Limited health and safety standards and systems, including the Five Point Safety System and the Cardinal Rules, and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions
• Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment required in the performance of the work.
• Must have knowledge of the WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet.
• Comply with the Act and Mining Regulations that apply to the work area

Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Electrical trades certificate of competence

Work Experience

• Experience in the installation of low, medium, and high voltage installation and repairs

Knowledge Required

• Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Able to plan by forecasting, sourcing materials before there needed
• Must be able to communicate written and verbal instructions to subordinates
• Must be capable of reading & understanding electrical drawings
• Must be capable of reading and interpreting basic electrical instruments and testers
• Must have skills to help train new employees, apprentices, etc., in the area on day to day operations, on the procedures for operating equipment and assist apprentices in acquiring their needed skills
• Ability to multi task and work effectively
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently
• Respectful of cultural differences

About Us

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.