The Opportunity: Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. has a new exciting opportunity for a
Maintenance Foreperson at the Red Chris Mine in northern British Columbia. Working a FIFO rotation of 14-shifts on and 14-shifts off.
Reporting to the Project Manager, the successful candidate will lead and supervise maintenance personnel, ensuring site mobile equipment is serviced safely and efficiently. With a strong commitment to safety and sound operational judgement, they will help maximize development capability while ensuring the safety of themselves and their team.
More specifically, our
Maintenance Foreperson will:
- Ensure compliance with all Barminco policies, procedures, statutory regulations, and work instructions.
- Maintain a strong and regular presence across workshop and underground areas to monitor safety, task completion, and work quality.
- Coordinate maintenance schedules planned and breakdown repairs, and equipment availability in collaboration with Lead Hands, Planners, and the Mining team.
- Provide clear work objectives, expectations, and performance standards to maintenance personnel.
- Ensure required manpower, tools, and equipment are in place to meet production targets and cost plans.
- Oversee training and competency development to ensure employees are properly equipped to work safely and effectively.
- Monitor and maintain accurate documentation, including work orders, inspections, and service records.
- Develop and uphold workshop standards, specifications, and maintenance systems aimed at reducing risk and operational variation.
- Track and analyze maintenance KPIs, equipment history, and costs to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
- Support risk assessments, audits, incident investigations (ICAM), and ensure statutory inspections are completed and recorded.
- Promote and maintain a culture of continuous improvement across all maintenance functions.
- Support budgeting efforts by tracking expenditures and flagging variances to the Project Manager and Maintenance Superintendents.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as reviewed and assigned upon hire.
Skills and Experience:- Commitment to working safely while ensuring the safety of others
- Technical diploma, degree or similar qualification in Maintenance/Mechanics field
- Valid Mechanical/Trades Licenses
- Minimum 10 years of experience working as an underground mechanic
- Minimum 5 years in a supervisory role
- Mine Supervisor Certification
- Experience in conventional and mechanized mining
- Strong communication, organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment
Physical Demands- Frequently exposed to underground conditions including humidity, reduced lighting, noise, dirt, uneven terrain
- Regularly required to walk, stand, and navigate uneven terrain in an underground environment
- Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, ad access confirmed or elevated spaces as required
- Frequent bending/twisting during the inspecting equipment
- Able to complete both fine and gross motor tasks with both hands
- Maintain a seated position at a computer desk for varying times throughout the shift
What we offer: Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. can offer you a role where you will be challenged and valued for your skills and experience. You will also have the opportunity to develop and grow your career.
We offer competitive wages, no-wait extended health and dental benefits, charter travel from various hubs, camp accommodations and meals. We also offer a matching RRSP program after a 3-month waiting period. The salary range for this position is $179,000.00 - $198,000.00 per annum.
NOTE: Selected candidates will have to successfully complete a pre-employment Fit for Duty medical which includes alcohol and drug screening.
- Please tell us in your application if you are a member of the Tahltan Nation, the traditional owners of the land we currently operate within.
- Please include copies of your valid Trade Certifications and all other valid tickets you may have that are relevant to the role you are applying for.
