Job Description

About the Role

JDS Energy & Mining is seeking an experienced and motivated Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Superintendent to support maintenance and operational excellence on active mining projects. This is a site-based, camp, fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) role responsible for leading electrical, instrumentation, control systems, and automation maintenance activities across complex mining and mineral processing operations. The E&I Superintendent provides both field leadership and technical oversight, ensuring critical electrical and control systems are maintained safely, reliably, and efficiently to support production objectives. This role serves as a key link between maintenance, operations, engineering, contractors, and project teams to ensure safe, efficient, and technically sound asset management.

The JDS Way

All employees are expected to promote and adhere to:

• Accept No Mediocrity
• Conduct Business Professionally, Ethically, and Practically
• Be True to Our Word
• Uphold the Highest Standards of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability
• Maintain Open and Honest Communication
• Ensure No Harm to People, the Environment, Assets, or Reputation

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise electrical, instrumentation, and control systems maintenance activities on site
• Provide technical oversight to ensure maintenance work aligns with company standards, OEM requirements, and regulatory obligations
• Manage and mentor E&I supervisors, electricians, instrumentation technicians, and contractors
• Support maintenance planning, scheduling, shutdowns, and execution activities
• Develop and implement preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies
• Drive equipment reliability initiatives and continuous improvement programs
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators including availability, downtime, and maintenance costs
• Lead troubleshooting efforts and root cause failure analysis investigations

Systems Oversight

• High-voltage and low-voltage electrical distribution systems
• Substations, switchgear, and motor control centers
• Variable frequency drives and motor control systems
• PLC, SCADA, and process control systems
• Instrumentation, analyzers, and automation equipment
• Communications and industrial network infrastructure

Coordination & Compliance

• Coordinate with operations, engineering, contractors, and project stakeholders
• Support commissioning, capital projects, and plant improvement initiatives
• Conduct field inspections, safety observations, hazard assessments, and incident investigations
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, mining regulations, and company policies
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reporting, and documentation
• Support budget development, cost control, and contractor management
• Ensure all work aligns with company policies, specifications, and regulatory