Underground Electrical Maintenance Planner

Thoar Mining Management Ltd; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining services company in Saskatchewan is seeking an experienced Electrical Underground Maintenance Planner to support the maintenance and operations of a mine site. Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance activities, ensuring safety compliance, and managing resources while prioritizing effective communication across departments. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and at least 5 years of experience in the industrial/mining sector, alongside strong electrical aptitude and SAP knowledge.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefits including healthcare, dental, and vision

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance and production in the industrial/mining industry.
• Experience on a mine site surface or underground.
• Familiarity with maintenance monitoring and management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan Electrical maintenance activities.
• Prepare and track specific work packages for projects.
• Conduct risk assessments and general maintenance inspections.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Experience with 5KV and 13.8KV

Proactive time management

Education

Journeyperson Certificate as Electrician

Electrical Engineering Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

SAP

Job description

THOAR Mining provides a wide variety of services in the support and operation of mining, ranging from project management, supervision, underground construction, maintenance, and mining equipment operation.

We have an immediate need for an experienced, safety‑conscious Electrical Underground Maintenance Planner for a Southern Saskatchewan Mine site.

As an Electrical Underground Maintenance Planner, you will be responsible to support the continuous planning, maintenance, and operations of the site to ensure resource allocation and effective work management.

Job Details:

• Full‑time, contract position
• Schedule: TBD
• LOA and KM for those who qualify

If you bring maintenance/production experience with a commitment to safety, quality, diversity and inclusion, and teamwork, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and plan Electrical maintenance activities through effective communication and cohesive alignment with other departments in the mine, including supervisors, tradespersons, operators, vendors, and contractors;
• Prepare, facilitate, and track specific work packages to execute schedule‑driven projects;
• Facilitate ongoing communication to ensure proper and efficient contract operation, allocation of resources, safety, and environmental standards;
• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and general maintenance inspections;
• Plan and coordinate jobs, manage inventory levels, communicate with suppliers, and source parts as necessary;
• Work with operations to troubleshoot and address operational problems and participate effectively in preventative maintenance planning and execution striving for continuous improvement and cost control;
• Oversee asset management programs and contractor management;
• Coordinate, plan, and ensure work is executed in alignment with safe work practices.

Qualifications:

• Journeyperson Certificate of Qualification from the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship & Trade Certification Commission as a Journeyperson Electrician, or Electrical Engineering Degree with specific site experience on a mine site surface or underground is preferred;
• 5+ years of experience in maintenance and production in the industrial/mining industry;
• Experience in 5KV and 13.8KV;
• Strong Electrical aptitude;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written);
• Knowledge of commonly used software packages including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, time and attendance systems, and maintenance monitoring and management system;
• SAP Experience;
• Proactive and able to manage tight deadlines.

Client Requirements:

• A pre‑employment drug and alcohol test will be required.

THOAR Mining offers competitive compensation, a workplace committed to safety, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as a professional approach to all aspects of our work in the mining industry, to foster your personal and professional growth.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive Wages
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health Care, Dental, and Vision