Job No: PVG202010320

Location: Northwestern, BC

Welcome to the Brucejack Mine!

We are Pretivm – a Canadian mining company, headquartered in Vancouver, BC and the proud owner of the Brucejack Gold Mine. Brucejack Mine is a 3,800 tonnes-per-day high-grade gold underground mine located in northwestern British Columbia, approximately 65 kilometers north of Stewart.

As an employer, we are committed to ensuring a safe, comfortable and diverse working environment. We are working closely with our neighbours – the local communities and First Nations - to provide employment.

About the Opportunity:  

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Superintendent to join the Brucejack Mine in Northwestern, British Columbia.

The Maintenance Superintendent’s position is located at Pretium Exploration Inc.'s "Pretivm" Brucejack Mine and reports directly to the Maintenance Manager or designate.

The Maintenance Superintendent’s primary responsibility is to coordinate and oversee maintenance and from time to time under the direction of senior management perform construction activities at the Brucejack Mine. Maintenance activities include maintenance on pipes, pumps, turbines, compressors etc., up to and including electrical distribution and power systems related to diesel generation. Your scope of responsibilities includes but is not limited to Knipple, Bowser, Wildfire camps and Brucejack Terminal (BJT). You will not be responsible for items inside the Milling facilities unless asked by Pretivm to oversee a certain aspect of maintenance and construction activities within.

Responsibilities:

Perform the following duties, with safety being the number one priority:

• Ensure that a high safety culture is propagated within the department and throughout peer departments.
• Oversee supervision of project and maintenance activities to ensure budget and schedule are met and systems are working as per design requirements.
• Consult and collaborate with operations team to identify priorities and coordinate project goals & objectives.   
• Lead the improvement and implementation of Maintenance and Material Resource planning for the surface maintenance group. 
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings & sketches to determine layout options.
• Supervise a team of electrical/mechanical/camp services supervising personnel and provide daily direction on planned work assignments as well as maintenance planning.
• Lead the planning department to align on maintenance and construction activities for Brucejack.
• Oversee the installation/maintenance of all mechanical/electrical equipment and materials ensuring build elements comply with manufacturer’s specifications and all relevant code requirements.
• Develop, plan and maintain scheduled and unscheduled preventive maintenance programs, including relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for measuring system/equipment reliability and long-range performance.
• Adjusts plans and activities to meet the changing needs of the surface maintenance team.
• Consults with the Human Resources Department for assistance in resolving labor issues.
• Coordinate labour, equipment and supplies for each project to ensure continuous workflow and remain on schedule.
• Assess project progress and report any deviations from planned objectives if deemed necessary.
• Participate in daily/weekly safety, toolbox and construction project meetings and present project status reports.     
• Provide guidance, training & mentorship to assigned personnel to ensure project tasks and goals are understood and accomplished successfully. 
• Ensure that all work is carried out in a safe manner in compliance with applicable Codes, Pretivm’s Health & Safety policies, WCB and WorkSafeBC regulations.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOP’s) to ensure tasks are performed safely.
• Evaluate system efficiencies and recommend changes to ensure that targets and deadlines are met.
• Be fully experienced in CMMS – Computerized Maintenance Management System
• Have fundamental experience in maintenance systems and Philosophies including but not limited to RCM, Six Sigma etc…
• Have a full understanding of maintenance systems as it relates to warehousing functions and its relationship to the business.
• Understand world class standards from a maintainability and reliability point of view.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Degree or Red Seal in Mechanical/Electrical engineering or trade qualifications with at least ten (10) years’ experience managing and supervising fabrication, build, installation and maintaining of mining or heavy industrial components and infrastructure. An equivalent, Red Seal Certification in a mechanical/electrical trade with similarly described experience would be considered. Underground Hard Rock Mining experience would be an asset.

Skills:

Position requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Strong demonstrated knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures
• Demonstrated Management abilities in both technical and operational settings
• Experience developing first class maintenance planning and material resource planning
• Experience working and interacting with government regulators/inspectors
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (English)
• Exceptional organizational, leadership, supervisory and conflict management skills
• Computer software skills (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets etc.)
• Previous experience with JDE would be a benefit

Additional Information:

• This positon follows a 14 day in 12 day out rotation schedule with 2 days travel and 12 hours work days.  
• Able to pass employment medical screening
• Comfortable working in close quarters with the team & in extreme weather conditions
• Pretivm promotes a drug and alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and with cause drug testing.

What we can offer you:

We are committed to ensuring that all of our team members are kept healthy and safe. To achieve this, we provide comfortable camp accommodations, as well as balanced meals prepared by our culinary team. 

Team members can expect access to TV and wifi, our on-site gym and a variety of recreational activities. 

All of our team members are also rewarded with a host of great benefits, including:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Extended medical benefits and wellness coverage.

It is important to note that the wellbeing of our team is our top priority. As such, we promote a drug and alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING NEW CHALLENGE JOIN PRETIVM AND THE BRUCEJACK MINE TODAY!