Workplace Type: Onsite
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About Newmont
At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization, and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Brucejack
Our Brucejack Gold Mine, a high-grade underground mine in beautiful northern British Columbia, is located approximately 65 kilometres north of Stewart. Brucejack is a fly-in/fly-out operation with pick-up points across Western Canada, making it easy for people from different places to join us. We work closely with local First Nations communities including the Nisga’a, Tahltan, Gitanyow, and Gitxsan, to build respectful partnerships and celebrate our shared community.
As a member of the Brucejack family, we put your health, comfort, and safety first. You’ll stay in private rooms with individual washrooms, enjoy balanced meals prepared by our exceptional culinary team, and have access to a 24-hour snack and sandwich bar. We also have plenty of ways for you to relax and stay active, with a gym, fitness classes, a golf simulator, and seasonal activities like snowshoeing and hiking. For creative downtime, our music room is a fully equipped space where you can play or listen to music. Our Brucejack Recreation Committee, run by employees on a volunteer basis, organizes activities and events to make camp life fun and bring people together. The committee also plans holiday decorations, charity raffles, and outdoor events, helping create a warm and friendly community.
As an Underground Electrical Electrician, you will play a key role in maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient underground electrical systems that support production equipment, fixed infrastructure, and critical underground services. Your expertise will directly contribute to operational uptime and a strong safety culture.
- Promote and uphold full compliance with the Electrical Safety Program
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Perform routine maintenance on underground fixed plant and mobile equipment
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Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and components
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Read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
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Install and maintain power distribution systems and control panels
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Conduct system testing and preventative maintenance
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Support equipment availability by identifying and resolving electrical issues
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Communicate electrical status updates with supervisors and operations teams
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Maintain accurate documentation and work records
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Collaborate with Maintenance, Operations, and Health & Safety teams
- Interprovincial Red Seal Electrician certification
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Minimum 5+ years of maintenance experience
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Minimum 3+ years of underground mining experience
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Strong knowledge of BC Mines Act & Regulations and Canadian Electrical Code (CEC, M421, Z462)
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Experience supporting underground production and development equipment
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Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
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Commitment to safety and ability to work effectively in a team environment
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Physically able to work underground, including lifting up to 50 lbs
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Ability to work 12-hour rotational shifts at a remote site
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Ability to pass pre-employment medical, fitness-for-duty, and drug & alcohol testing
- Remote camp setting with private accommodations provided
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Work in extreme weather conditions and close quarters with team members
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Rotational schedule: 13 days on / 13 days off
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Travel allowance and transportation arrangements included
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Drug & alcohol-free workplace (pre-employment testing required)
We are now recruiting for the position of Underground Electrical Electrician with a competitive $66.58 / hour. The offered base salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies, with consideration to internal equity. Join Newmont and be part of a dedicated team committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence. Apply today!
At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.
The expected salary range for this role is CA$66.58 / hour . This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.
We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!
