High Voltage Electrical Supervisor

Fortescue Metals Group; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining company is seeking a High Voltage Electrical Supervisor to oversee critical high voltage operations and ensure the safe maintenance of their assets. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in the mining sector, a strong understanding of HV systems, and relevant certifications. Join a forward-thinking team committed to safety and operational excellence in Southwestern Ontario.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to coach, mentor and train a diverse team.
• Experience in a supervisory role.
• Extensive knowledge of VSDs and generators.

Responsibilities

• Hold statutory appointment as Electrical HV Supervisor.
• Lead a team for HV cable handling and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with site standards and regulations.

Skills

Electrical experience in the mining industry

Experience with electric excavators

Knowledge of HV systems

Leadership skills

First Aid and CPR certifications

Education

WA Electrical License (Grade A)

High Voltage Switching Certificate

Job description

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Work Location:Fortescue’s Eliwana mine is located on the traditional lands of the Puutu Kunti Kurrama people (PKKP), located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, 90 kilometres west of Tom Price.

Roster:8D/6R

We are seeking an experiencedHigh Voltage Electrical Supervisorto join our Fixed Infrastructure Services team. Reporting to the Mine Services Utilities Superintendent, this role provides supervision, leadership, and technical support to our high voltage (HV) and cable handling teams as well as effective and timely maintenance to our water network assets.

You will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our 9400E electric excavator and delivering production targets. This includes managing statutory obligations, coordinating resources, and overseeing HV cable handling and switching.

You will also be responsible for collaborating with internal stakeholders and external vendors to uphold Fortescue’s commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Hold statutory appointment as an Electrical HV Supervisor, High Voltage Operator, and nominee for Fortescue’s Electrical Installing Work License.
• Leading a core team of diverse electricians scope not limited to HV cable handling and switching and maintenance and fault finding of VSDs, generators, pumps and instruments.
• Coordinate with mining leadership and planners to align cable routes with the mine plan. Conduct inspections, risk assessments, and statutory testing of HV systems.
• Ensure compliance with site standards, WA Mines Safety Regulations, and Australian Standards.
• Maintain all electrical logs, registers, and SAP work orders. Cultivate a team culture that aligns with Fortescue’s values of safety, empowerment, and integrity.

Qualifications and Experience

• Electrical experience in the mining industry, with experience in a supervisory role.
• Experience with electric excavators or shovels (preferred).
• Extensive knowledge of HV systems, fault finding, and problem-solving. VSD and submersible pump fault finding abilities.
• Generator maintenance and fault finding knowledge. Demonstrated high level of leadership skills. A proven ability to coach, mentor and train a diverse team.
• Proven experience with preparing and executing high voltage switching programs and isolation plans.
• WA Electrical License (Grade A), High Voltage Switching Certificate and relevant OEM training.
• First Aid and Low Voltage Rescue & CPR certifications.
• Knowledge of WA Mines Safety and Inspection Regulations and the relevant legislation for HV systems.

About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified.Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.