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!

Reporting to the Electrical Superintendent, the Electrical Supervisor will supervise electricians and be responsible for electrical work throughout the mine’s operations. He must plan, organize, direct and control the activities of his team. Based at the Windfall site, located in the Nord-du-Québec region, he or she will be called upon to work a schedule of 15 days of work followed by 13 days off. Transportation, lodging and meals provided.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• College diploma (DEC) in Industrial Electronics, Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation and Control (an asset) or vocational diploma (DEP) in electricity or electromechanics;
• (10) years’ experience, including 5 years in the electrical field in underground mines;
• Hold the Certificat de Compétence en Électricité (CÉ) du QUÉBEC (licence ¨C¨ en électricité);
• Supervisory experience;
• Work experience in the start-up of new mining projects (an asset);
• Good knowledge of English. Very good knowledge of French (spoken and written). French is the first language at work;
• A valid class 5 driver’s license;
• Possess an explosives license;
• Successful completion of mining modules 1-2-3-4-5 and 7.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Outlook, etc.);
• Knowledge of computer-aided maintenance management (CMMS) software, e.g. Guide TI;
• Knowledge of instrumentation and control (e.g. PLC, DCS, fiber optics, etc.);
• Mastery of the building code as well as the various laws and regulations governing the distribution and use of electrical energy in a mine;
• Knowledge of low, medium and high voltage distribution networks.

BASIC SKILLS

• Good communication skills in English (oral and written);
• Demonstrate leadership;
• Problem-solving skills;
• Communication skills;
• Focus on continuous improvement;
• Excellent team player, tactful and politically astute;
• Good organizational skills and ability to recognize priorities;
• Be autonomous, have initiative and be able to handle several files simultaneously;
• Demonstrate rigor, 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.
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• Ensure that work and installations are carried out safely and comply with applicable Quebec standards, codes and regulations;
• Plan and supervise electrical work at the Windfall site in the exploration ramp and on surface;
• Request supplies and equipment needed for the advancement and maintenance of site infrastructures to ensure smooth operations,
• Organize the schedule of underground and surface electricians;
• Plan the electrical component (labor and equipment) of budgets, schedules and cost tracking;
• Ensure the planning, organization and management of preventive maintenance activities;
• Work closely with electrical engineers;
• Opportunity to work on other company projects;
• Report to your supervisor any situations that may affect the work of your team. Provide suggestions for improvement and innovative ideas to improve the project and maintenance process;
• Comply at all times with occupational health and safety and environmental policies and rules, and ensure that staff comply with these rules;
• Perform any other tasks related to the Electrical Supervisor position that are relevant to the success of the project.