Journeyperson Electrician

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About Burgundy Diamond Mines

Burgundy Diamond Mines is a premier global diamond company that proudly produces and delivers ethically sourced diamonds from mine to market. Tracing diamonds end-to-end from its world-renowned Ekati Diamond Mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories, right through to retail diamond sales, creates unquestionable diamond origin and traceabilit

Founded in Perth, Western Australia, Burgundy has established itself in the market through its innovative strategy and unique vertically integrated business model, focused on capturing margins along the full value chain of the diamond market. Burgundy is part of CanadaMark™, a program that assures manufacturers, retailers and customers, that Burgundy Diamonds are sustainably produced and support ethical investment in Canadian Northern Indigenous communities.

Burgundy has an office and a cutting and polishing facility in Perth, Australia, an office in Calgary, Canada and a diamond sales office in Antwerp, Belgium.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Team Leader – Electrical Services and working two (2) week on / two (2) week off rotation at the Ekati Mine site, this role will be responsible for surface and underground electrical installations, power distribution, preventative maintenance programs and process equipment systems.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations;
• Install, replace and repair electrical control and distribution equipment such as VFD’s and Motors:
• Install, replace and repair distribution equipment such as portable power sub-stations and associated power distribution equipment;
• Test continuity of circuits using test equipment to ensure compatibility and safety of system, following installation, replacement or repair;
• Troubleshoot and isolate faults in electrical and electronic systems and remove and replace faulty components;
• Always protect the safety and well-being of yourself and your co-workers. Follow all Company specific safety protocols and Occupational Health & Safety policies and procedures.

Education/Experience

• Journeyperson Electrician – Red Seal Certificate.
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent;
• Minimum of five years’ related mining experience.
• Experience in an industrial setting, preferably mining.
• Ability to work outside in a cold environment and working at heights with various types of elevated work platforms.
• Ability to work both surface and underground on both days and night shift.
• Instrumentation experience and a working knowledge of SAP and basic computer literacy with willingness to learn new computer skills;
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.

What we offer

At Burgundy Diamond Mines, we believe people are our most important asset. This is why we are fully committed to the health, safety and well-being of our employees. We believe in establishing strong lasting and respectful relationships with the people and communities with whom we work.

We are dedicated to developing our workforce and to creating an environment where people can learn, grow and take on new responsibilities. We build capacity within our workforce by offering leadership training, apprenticeship positions and adult education initiatives.

Burgundy Diamond Mines offers a competitive salary, performance bonus and total compensation package, including company paid extended health, dental and vision care, an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), employer matched pension, generous paid vacation and personal days, as well as a Dependent Scholarship Program and employee

discounts. On site we provide accommodations and meals, a fully equipped gym and recreation facilities. 

Additional Information

The Company provides travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants from our Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups. Members should clearly identify their IBA status on the online job application and resume to receive priority consideration.

Visit www.burgundydiamonds.com to apply and to learn more about Arctic’s operations.

To Apply: Please apply through our careers page and indicate in writing that you are an internal candidate.

Closing Date: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.