Power Generation Lead – On‑Site Diesel Powerhouse

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

De Beers Group seeks an energetic Power Generation Technician to join the Electrical & Instrumentation team at the Gahcho Kué Mine site in the Northwest Territories. You will lead a team to operate, maintain and repair prime and standby diesel generators, ensuring safe, reliable power supply and optimal uptime in a remote, rotating schedule.

The ideal candidate has a Journeyperson HET certification, 5+ years in an industrial setting with generator experience, and proficiency with SAP and MS

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyperson HET certification.
• Dual ticket support may be provided to Journeyperson HETs in Electrical.
• Minimum five years’ experience in an industrial setting which includes experience on operating and maintaining power generation equipment.
• Ability to perform diagnostics and repairs on remote field equipment.
• Valid Class 5 or equivalent Driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Caterpillar C175 engine experience considered an asset.
• Ability to operate within MS Office and SAP environment.
• Ability to build productive working relationships with all departments.
• Ability to communicate and complete work in a professional and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Power generation technicians to operate, maintain and repair both prime power and standby power diesel generators rated 7.5kVA to 3,500 kVA;
• Maintain and repair all Powerhouse auxiliary mechanical and electrical equipment, including waste heat recovery system and LV electrical systems;
• Work with team to conduct job risk assessments and safe work plans ahead of work being completed;
• Perform engine failure analysis and field repairs using OEM diagnostic tools and Service instruction manuals;
• Complete PM inspections, testing and reporting of engine downtime from defects/deficiencies;
• Inspect and ensure general and specialized tooling are in good working order and always safe to use;
• Liaise with Scheduler to ensure warranty claims are processed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with OEM policies;
• Assist Planners and Scheduler in developing scope of work, planning out and scheduling new work;
• Act like an owner to ensure all power generation equipment and areas are maintained to SHE standards;
• Provide inputs to Supervisors to complete scheduled work and emergency breakdown work;
• Record clear and detailed information and hours worked on work orders in SAP;
• Report hazard observations and near hits, and assist with incident investigations and follow-up work.

Skills

Journeyperson HET certification

Electrical system knowledge

Power generation equipment operation

Diagnostics and repairs

Valid Class 5 driver’s license

MS Office / SAP

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

De Beers Group seeks an energetic Power Generation Technician to join the Electrical & Instrumentation team at the Gahcho Kué Mine site in the Northwest Territories. You will lead a team to operate, maintain and repair prime and standby diesel generators, ensuring safe, reliable power supply and optimal uptime in a remote, rotating schedule.

The ideal candidate has a Journeyperson HET certification, 5+ years in an industrial setting with generator experience, and proficiency with SAP and MS