Underground Electrical Frontline Supervisor

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Company: Barrick Gold Corporation

Location: Carlin, NV 89822

Description:

Underground Electrical Supervisor - Goldstrike Operations
Nevada Gold Mines | Career Growth Opportunity

Key Responsibilities:
  • Electrical Systems Leadership
    • Lead surface/underground electrical operations including installation, maintenance, and repair of:
      High-voltage distribution systems
      Industrial control panels
      Mine-specific electrical infrastructure
    • Ensure 24/7 equipment reliability through preventive maintenance programs
  • Team & Contractor Management
    • Directly supervise 15+ electrical technicians across 3 shifts
    • Coordinate contractor activities for specialized projects ($1M+ capex initiatives)
    • Implement MSHA-compliant safety protocols across all work areas
  • Operational Excellence
    • Conduct monthly arc flash risk assessments
    • Maintain NFPA 70E compliance documentation
    • Optimize maintenance workflows using CMMS (SAP)
  • Technical Oversight
    • Troubleshoot complex electrical faults (PLC-controlled systems)
    • Review engineering drawings for infrastructure upgrades
    • Manage $2M+ annual spare parts inventory
  • Continuous Improvement
    • Lead RCA investigations for critical equipment failures
    • Implement energy efficiency initiatives (10% YOY reduction target)
    • Develop cross-training programs for multi-skilled workforce


  • (Mining Industry Standards Compliance)

    1. Safety & Compliance Credentials
    Mandatory:

    MSHA Part 48 certification with 5+ years perfect safety record

    Physical capacity for underground work (NFPA 70E compliant PPE usage)

    Valid Nevada state electrical supervisor license

    2. Operational Experience
    Required:

    8+ years maintaining underground systems:
    1kV+ distribution networks
    Diesel-electric haulage systems
    Refuge station backups

    2+ full mine lifecycle project completions

    3. Leadership Competencies
    Preferred:

    5 years managing teams of 10+ in 24/7 operations

    Contractor management experience ($500k+ projects)

    SAP PM/EAM system implementation background

    4. Technical Proficiency
    Required:

    Advanced troubleshooting of:
    Allen-Bradley PLC systems
    Fiber optic mine communication networks

    ArcGIS mapping for infrastructure planning

    5. Specialized Knowledge
    Preferred:

    Expertise in:
    Joy Global continuous miners (14CM series)
    Atlas Copco ventilation solutions
    Paste fill pumping systems

    Battery electric vehicle (BEV) infrastructure

    6. Documentation Standards
    Required:

    NEC Article 110 compliance reporting

    Lockout-tagout (LOTO) program administration

    Preventive maintenance scheduling (ISO 55000)

    This revision:
    Adds quantifiable performance metrics
    Specifies equipment manufacturers/models
    References regulatory standards
    Structures requirements by competency areas
    Maintains clear required/preferred distinctions

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