HME Maintenance HV Electrician (03) Vacancies

Position Description

Bulyanhulu Gold Mine is seeking to recruit an HME Maintenance HV Electrician. Reporting to the Auto Electrical and Automation Foreman, the HME Maintenance is responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of complex high-voltage electrical systems on mobile mining or heavy industrial equipment. This role requires specialized expertise in HV power distribution, motor control, automation, and safety protocols to ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and comply with all regulatory standards in a challenging operational environment.

Join our exceptional team and embody Barrick's core values as you work with us. We are in search of individuals who can champion Barrick's DNA by:

• Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity
• Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach
• Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose
• Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy
• Taking Responsibility and being Accountable
• Committing to Zero Harm
• Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships

If you're ready to contribute to our world-class team while embracing these values, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our diverse workforce.

Reporting to: Auto Electrical and Automation Foreman

Duration: Permanent

Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on high voltage electrical systems (e.g., 600V to 1000V) of mobile equipment
• Diagnose complex electrical faults using specialized test equipment and schematic diagrams on components such as transformers, switchgear, rectifiers, large motors, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and control systems.
• Execute precise and safe HV cable termination, testing, and fault location for trailing cables and on-board power systems.
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to identify potential failures and extend the lifespan of electrical components
• Strictly adhere to all high voltage safety procedures, including Lock-Out, Tag-Out and Try Out (LOTOTO), Permit to Work (PTW) systems, arc flash boundaries, and specified Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ensure all electrical work complies with Barrick standards, relevant electrical codes, mine acts, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain a high level of hazard awareness, particularly when working near energized equipment or in challenging underground/surface conditions
• Systematically approach fault finding to minimize diagnostic time and maximize equipment availability
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and testing within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Complete, clear, and concise work orders, shift reports, and other necessary documentation.
• Report equipment status, potential issues, and safety concerns to supervisors and operations personnel promptly
• Collaborate effectively with mechanical technicians, operators, engineers, and other trades to ensure integrated and efficient equipment maintenance.
• Communicate technical information and work progress clearly to supervisors and cross-functional teams.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Local electrician employees on HV safety and mobile equipment systems.

Qualification Requirements:

• An electrician certification or equivalent recognized electrical trade qualification/license.
• Specific certifications or training in High Voltage safety, operations, and maintenance.

Experience and Skills Requirements:

• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience as a qualified electrician, with a significant portion of that time dedicated to high voltage electrical systems on heavy mobile equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex electrical faults on large machinery effectively.
• Experience with various OEM equipment, electrical systems, and diagnostic tools.
• Familiarity with relevant local and national electrical safety standards and regulations

What We Can Offer You:

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits
• The ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization

We are committed to maintaining a safe work environment, ensuring that every person goes home safe and healthy every day, and leaving a sustainable legacy in our host communities.

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on high voltage electrical systems (e.g., 600V to 1000V) of mobile equipment
• Diagnose complex electrical faults using specialized test equipment and schematic diagrams on components such as transformers, switchgear, rectifiers, large motors, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and control systems.
• Execute precise and safe HV cable termination, testing, and fault location for trailing cables and on-board power systems.
• Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to identify potential failures and extend the lifespan of electrical components
• Strictly adhere to all high voltage safety procedures, including Lock-Out, Tag-Out and Try Out (LOTOTO), Permit to Work (PTW) systems, arc flash boundaries, and specified Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ensure all electrical work complies with Barrick standards, relevant electrical codes, mine acts, and environmental regulations.
• Maintain a high level of hazard awareness, particularly when working near energized equipment or in challenging underground/surface conditions
• Systematically approach fault finding to minimize diagnostic time and maximize equipment availability
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and testing within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Complete, clear, and concise work orders, shift reports, and other necessary documentation.
• Report equipment status, potential issues, and safety concerns to supervisors and operations personnel promptly
• Collaborate effectively with mechanical technicians, operators, engineers, and other trades to ensure integrated and efficient equipment maintenance.
• Communicate technical information and work progress clearly to supervisors and cross-functional teams.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Local electrician employees on HV safety and mobile equipment systems.

• Troubleshooting complex electrical faults
• Diagnosing electrical faults
• Repairing electrical systems
• High voltage safety procedures
• Lock-Out, Tag-Out and Try Out (LOTOTO)
• Permit to Work (PTW) systems
• Arc flash boundary awareness
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage
• Electrical code compliance
• Hazard awareness
• Fault finding
• Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) usage
• Work order completion
• Shift reporting
• Equipment status reporting
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Mentorship
• High voltage electrical systems maintenance
• Mobile mining equipment electrical systems
• Heavy industrial equipment electrical systems
• Power distribution
• Motor control
• Automation
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Control systems
• HV cable termination
• HV cable testing
• HV cable fault location
• Trailing cable maintenance
• On-board power system maintenance
• Preventive maintenance
• Predictive maintenance
• Electrical schematic diagram interpretation
• Specialized test equipment operation
• OEM equipment knowledge
• Diagnostic tool usage

• Electrician certification or equivalent recognized electrical trade qualification/license
• Specific certifications or training in High Voltage safety, operations, and maintenance