Superintendent, Electrical

Elk Valley Resources; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources in British Columbia is seeking a seasoned electrical engineering leader to supervise electrical work across mining operations. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will ensure safety, compliance, and reliable electrical systems through collaboration with Maintenance, Operations and Engineering teams.

The role emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, and strong communication, with a focus on reducing risk and driving performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical engineering or maintenance in mining or heavy industrial environments.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Trade Certification.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a supervisory or superintendent role.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies.
• Develop and maintain electrical standards, procedures, and safe work practices aligned with regulatory and EVR requirements.
• Ensure compliance with the Electrical Engineering Control Plan and Health and Safety Management System.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems.
• Ensure all electrical work is performed by qualified and competent personnel.
• Monitor system performance through inspections, audits, and reliability data analysis.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives based on audits, incident reviews, and performance outcomes.
• Manage electrical risks and support critical control and major hazard management programs.
• Provide training, coaching, and technical guidance to teams and contractors.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure operational and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Electrical Trade Certification

Job description

Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Join our team.

Application Deadline: June 12, 2026

What we offer:

At EVR, we’re dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees’ skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role:

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this role supports cross-functional teams including Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and external stakeholders, and provides leadership to ensure electrical work is executed safely and by qualified personnel. The role is accountable for managing electrical risk, ensuring compliance with the Electrical Engineering Control Plan, and driving reliability and performance of electrical systems across the site.

To be successful, we are looking for someone who is collaborative and results-oriented professional with strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, andorganizational skills, and the ability to build effective working relationships acrossmultidisciplinary teams.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it’s biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Working a compressed work week with alternating Fridays off, come experience what work life balance is all about!

In this role you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Develop and maintain electrical standards, procedures, and safe work practices aligned with regulatory and EVR requirements
• Ensure compliance with the Electrical Engineering Control Plan and Health and Safety Management System
• Oversee installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems
• Ensure all electrical work is performed by qualified and competent personnel
• Monitor system performance through inspections, audits, and reliability data analysis
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives based on audits, incident reviews, and performance outcomes
• Manage electrical risks and support critical control and major hazard management programs
• Provide training, coaching, and technical guidance to teams and contractors
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure operational and regulatory compliance

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical engineering or maintenance in mining or heavy industrial environments
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Trade Certification with extensive experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a supervisory or superintendent role
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

$140,000 - $173,000 a year