Superviseur(e) électrique sous-terre / Underground electrical supervisor

The Windfall Project, owned by Gold Fields, is located in northern Québec. By joining our passionate team, committed to creating lasting value beyond mining, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the construction and startup of a world-class mining project, one of the most ambitious in recent decades. Gold Fields is a globally diversified gold producer with operations in Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Peru, Canada and Chile. At Gold Fields, we are committed to achieving an inclusive workforce and recognize that the diverse talent of our people will ultimately determine our growth, performance and success.

This is a role that offers you the opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives, collaborate with experts, and contribute to our growth in Québec. You will thrive in a dynamic environment where challenges and an exceptional workplace will support your professional growth.

Join the Windfall adventure!

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Reporting to the Electrical Superintendent, the Underground Electrical Supervisor will oversee electricians and instrumentation and control technicians. He or she is responsible for all electrical work across the mine’s underground operations. The supervisor must plan, organize, direct, and oversee his or her team’s activities. Based at the Windfall site in the Northern Quebec region, the supervisor will work on a schedule of 15 days on, followed by 13 days off. Transportation, lodging, and meals are provided.

Duties and responsibilities

•Ensure that work and installations are carried out safely and comply with the standards, codes, and regulations applicable in Quebec;

•Plan and supervise electrical work at the Windfall site in the exploration ramp;

•Place orders for supplies and equipment necessary for the advancement and maintenance of infrastructure at the site to ensure the smooth running of operations;

•Organize the schedule for underground electricians;

•Plan the electrical component (labor and equipment) of budgets, schedules, and cost tracking;

•Oversee the planning, organization, and management of preventive maintenance activities;

•Work closely with electrical engineers;

•Report to your supervisor any situations that may affect your team’s work. Share any suggestions for improvement and innovative ideas to enhance project and maintenance processes;

•Comply at all times with occupational health and safety and environmental policies and rules, and ensure that staff adhere to these rules;

•Actively manage health and safety, conduct on-site inspections, complete and validate lockout forms, develop and review task safety analyses (TSAs), and lead safety meetings for the team;

•Manage staff: conduct performance evaluations, provide guidance, and oversee the training and certification of electricians, as well as manage the team’s skill set;

•Supervise and coordinate electrical contractors and subcontractors working underground;

•Perform any other duties related to the position of underground electrical supervisor that are relevant to the project’s success.

Required qualifications

•Hold a college diploma (DEC) in Industrial Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or Instrumentation and Control (a plus) or hold a vocational diploma (DEP) in electricity or electromechanics;

•Have 10 years of experience, including 5 years in the electrical field in underground mines;

•Hold the Quebec Certificate of Competence in Electricity (CÉ) (Class “C” electrical license);

•Have supervisory experience;

•Have experience working on the startup of new mining projects (an asset);

•Have a good knowledge of English (will be required to work with English-language tools);

•Hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license;

•Hold an explosives permit;

•Have successfully completed mining modules 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7.

Technical skills

•Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, etc.);

•Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software, such as SAP S4/HANA;

•Knowledge of instrumentation and control (e.g., PLC, DCS, fiber optics, etc.);

•Proficiency in building codes as well as the various laws and regulations governing the distribution and use of electrical power in a mine;

•Proficiency with the CSA Z462 standard;

•Knowledge of low-, medium-, and high-voltage underground distribution networks;

•Strong skills in reading single-line diagrams;

•Knowledge of fire alarm systems (a plus).

Basic skills

•Demonstrate leadership;

•Problem-solving skills;

•Communication skills;

•Be focused on continuous improvement;

•Be committed to proactive health and safety management;

•Be an excellent team player, demonstrating tact and political acumen;

•Have strong organizational skills and the ability to identify priorities;

•Be self-reliant, take initiative, and be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously;

•Be thorough and demonstrate ethics and integrity.

Please note that the masculine form used in this document refers to both men and women. The masculine gender is used without discrimination and for the sole purpose of lightening the text.

In accordance with the terms of the Act to modernize legislative provisions respecting the protection of personal information (commonly referred to as “Law 25”), Windfall Mining Group undertakes to use your contact information (telephone numbers, e-mail and mailing addresses) solely for the purpose of informing you of the status of your application and notifying you of the next steps in the process.

If necessary, Gold Fields Windfall may communicate your personal information to a third party, in order to pursue your recruitment file, within the limits permitted by law and subject to a confidentiality undertaking by the third party.