Electrical & Instrumentation - Supervisor

Electrical & Instrumentation - Supervisor

Key Responsibilities:

Operational:

• Supervise entry and journey-level E&I technicians and lead workers in preventative maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical and instrumentation apparatus
• Perform complex electrical and instrumentation/control installation, repair, and troubleshooting for underground infrastructure
• Oversee troubleshooting and repair of instrumentation systems, control circuits, process loops, PIDs, and associated equipment
• Supervise inspection and testing of power distribution, transformers, circuit breakers, meters, and instrumentation equipment
• Direct installations, repairs, modifications, calibration, and preventative maintenance on digital, analogue, and programmable equipment
• Monitor contractor work on electrical and electronic apparatus, including repair, replacement, installation, and testing
• Read, interpret, and direct others regarding electrical and instrumentation plans, specifications, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of all programming, testing, updates, and equipment maintenance
• Estimate labor and materials for electrical installations and repairs
• Maintain inventory of parts, materials, and supplies
• Ensure all work complies with applicable electrical codes, approved plans, specifications, and industry standards
• Develop training and evaluation programs for entry and journey-level electrical/instrumentation personnel
• Respond to emergency situations during off-hours as required
• Prepare written and verbal reports on maintenance performance indicators and present improvement initiatives to the Maintenance Superintendent

Safety

• Ensure all tasks comply with Company health and safety requirements and strengthen the culture of safety in the workplace
• Participate in safety programs and coordinate staff training

Additional information

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see.
• Must be able to work shift work with 12-hour shifts.
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday.
• Work is in a surface mine plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.

Education & Experience (One of the following required):

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Instrumentation and Control Systems, or related field, plus four (4) years of journey-level experience in electrical and electronic instrumentation maintenance and repair (utility/industrial applications preferred).

OR

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Instrumentation and Control Systems, or related field, plus two (2) years of journey-level experience in electrical and electronic instrumentation maintenance and repair (utility/industrial applications preferred).

OR

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and eight (8) years of journey-level experience in electrical systems and electronic instrumentation installation, maintenance and repair, including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity or four (4) years in a lead capacity (utility/industrial applications preferred).

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Five (5) years of mining electrical experience, underground preferred
• Advanced Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming theory for testing, troubleshooting, and repairs of PLC components and data highway systems
• Principles and practices of electricity, electronics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanics as applied to underground mining equipment and instruments
• Instrumentation calibration concepts and procedures
• Technical proficiency reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and specifications
• Supervisory and training experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Mid-level computer operation skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, database programs, and SCADA operation
• Commitment to workplace safety and health compliance

WHAT'S ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
• Great residential location close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• In-office snack shop
• Paid training available and professional development
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  

YOU MATTER: OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact us at [email protected]

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