General Foreman - Electrical & Instrumen - Jobs in Stikine, BC

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Work type PERMANENT - FULL TIMELocation RED CHRIS MINEApplications close 24 NOV 2022Explore the unknown:Newcrest is one of the worlds largest gold mining companies. As a global business, we aim to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.We recognise that our different backgrounds and perspectives help us find better ways to: solve problems; attract and retain the best people; explore, develop, and produce more gold safely and profitably; and help make Newcrest a better place to work.Our Red Chris mine is located on the traditional territory of the Tahltan and we encourage qualified applicants from the local communities to apply. We offer several designated marshalling points within BC including Nanaimo, Vancouver, Kelowna, Kamloops, Williams Lake, Prince George, Smithers, and Calgary, AB.Purpose of the Role:The core purpose of this role is to:

• Ensuring compliance with all safety, quality, schedule, budget and security requirements
• Ensure safe, reliable and effective operation & maintenance of electrical sytems and instrumentation devices site wide
• Provide direction to supervisors, electrical & instrumentation personnel in the daily operations of the mill and mine
• Guide, coach & mentor direct reports
• Track and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Oversee training, supervision, evaluation and provide leadership for the department
• Supervise preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Provide instrumentation and electrical support to maintenance, production & engineering teams
• Support Asset Management Best Practice
• Identify and manage improvement projects
• Act as the site Subject Matter Expert in electrical and instrumentation systems (DCS,PLC)
• Assist in authoring and review of electrical and instrumentation maintenance procedures

We are seeking an individual for a Fly In, Fly Out opportunity working on a two weeks in, two weeks out rotation.Accountabilities:Technical Accountabilities:

• Ensure statutory systems are maintained, audited and treated according to the relevant legislation.
• Ensure compliance with change management procedures with logs and registers kept up to dateand audited regularly;
• Provide technical support, guidance and coaching to site personnel on best practice and technicalmatters related to electrical and instrumentation device selection and use.
• Conduct performance evaluations to identify operational limitations and initiate steps to enhancesystem performance;
• Maintain the safety, security and integrity of electrical and instrumentation equipment
• Oversee preventative maintenance planning.
• Propose, prepare and submit regular feedback on work orders resulting from maintenance activitiesin an effort to improve maintenance plans, records and task lists.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, drawings, change maintenance etc.
• Assist with review of work drawings, P&IDs and other documentation submitted by I&C, andelectrical personnel and contractors
• Ensure critical spares are available to maintain continuous operations
• Build team skills and maintain training programs
• Conduct personnel performance evaluations to identify personal limitations and initiate steps toenhance employee performance
• Effective conflict resolution and decision making

General Accountabilities:

• Project management of minor capital projects;
• Work closely with maintenance, production & engineering teams to achieve common goals
• Identify & execute minor improvement projects
• Ensure work is in compliance with company HSE policies and procedures, quality, schedule,budget, security, industry standards and best practices.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement to enhance operations, decrease turnaround times, andstreamline work processes
• Provide technical expertise and mentorship to Instrumentation and electrical groups

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years experience in a mining or heavy industrial environment;
• Minimum qualifications of either:o Electrical and/or Instrument trade certification with 5 years direct supervisory experience
• A thorough understanding of:o High and Low Voltage electrical distribution systemso Process control systems (DCS/PLC)o The CEC (Canadian Electrical Code) Standards including CSA Z462 Workplace ElectricalSafetyo Electrical and instrumentation installations and best practices
• Experience in supervision and mentoring of personnel including front line supervision
• Sound knowledge of M421 Standards (Use of Electricity in mines)
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Proactivity and ability to work independently.
• Provide quality, detail-oriented safety driven results
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Computer literate and advanced skills in the Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, MS Project,PowerPoint, Outlook, SAP)
• Valid driver’s license.

Our commitment to you:At Newcrest, we hold core values that focus on caring about people, working together, and achieving a high-performance culture through innovation and problem solving.Newcrest’s commitment to diversity and inclusion respects both the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online before the advertised application closing date.Job number 982823Advertised 8 NOV 2022Quick Apply

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