Journeyperson Instrumentation Mechanic

Newmont Mining Corporation•Dease Lake, BC

6d•CA$59•Onsite

About The Position

Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference. Our Red Chris Mine, located in the heart of Northern British Columbia on the traditional territory of the Tahltan Nation. A short distance from Iskut and Dease Lake, Our fly-in, fly-out site offers access from various points across British Columbia and Alberta. Red Chris currently operates as an open-pit copper and gold mine with a promising future to transition to a high-value underground block cave operation. To learn more about the Red Chris Block Cave project, visit our Virtual Open House At Red Chris, we prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of our team. Our accommodations include reliable Wi-Fi, nutritious meals, recreational facilities, a well-equipped gym with fitness classes, and access to on-site counselling. We offer competitive salaries, retirement savings matching, transportation and PPE allowances, and opportunities for career development. Our workplace is drug- and alcohol-free, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member is empowered to take initiative, care for one another, and contribute to our collective success.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a mining or heavy industrial environment.
Minimum qualifications of either: Instrument Red Seal trade certificate, automation experience an asset.
Instrumentation / Electronics / Process Engineering applied sciences undergraduate degree
A thorough understanding of: Emerson DeltaV DCS, PLC’s, Industrial Communications Networks
Best Practice installation standards
Instrument selection and sizing for a wide range of instruments across flow, level, pressure, temperature, motion and a number of analysers (i.e. pH, dissolved gas).
Nuclear Devise knowledge and awareness
Best practice calibration and maintenance practices.
Computer literate and advanced skills in the Microsoft Office programs (SAP, All Microsoft applications).

Nice To Haves

automation experience an asset

Responsibilities

Ensure safe, reliable and effective operation & maintenance of process control instrumentation and Process Control Systems across site
Facilitate preventative and corrective maintenance, addition, removal and changes to field instrumentation.
Support Asset Management Best Practices
Provide frontline instrumentation engineering support to maintenance, production & engineering teams.
Work closely with operations, maintenance and engineering teams to ensure the automation systems are aligned with site requirements. Identify & execute minor improvement projects.
Use, program and improve the site instrumentation management system (Emerson DeltaV) and other PLC based Control Systems. Assist in authoring and review of instrumentation maintenance procedures.
Provide technical support, guidance and coaching to site personnel on best practice and technical matters related to instrumentation selection and use.
Conduct performance evaluations to identify operational limitations and initiate steps to enhance system performance.
Maintain the safety, security and integrity of process control systems from physical & cyber intrusion.
Install, calibrate and maintain control and measurement instruments according to manufacturer’s specifications and site-specific regulations.
Troubleshoot and correct related technical malfunctions with Instrumentation and Process control equipment.
Modify configuration of Instruments, control system components and other filed devices to assure their correct and reliable operation.
Inspect and test instruments and systems to diagnose faults using test instruments such as multimeter, simulators, communicators, software etc.
Fit and connect new Instrumentation and process control equipment and devices.
Run cables for Process control systems and Instrumentation
Install Instrumentation air piping and tubing for new and existing instruments.
Prepare and submit regular feedback on work orders resulting from maintenance activities in an effort to improve maintenance plans, records and task lists
Maintain accurate documentation, calibration reports, drawings, etc.
Revise and create work drawings, P&IDs and other documentation; submit them for approval to supervisor.
Work closely with maintenance, production & engineering teams to achieve common goals
Identify & execute minor improvement projects
Ensure work is in compliance with company HSE policies and procedures, quality, schedule, budget, security, industry standarts and best practices.
Demonstrate continuous improvement to enhance operations, decrease turnaround times, and streamline work processes
Provide mentorship and training of Instrumentation and Control apprentices.