Job Description

The Electrical Superintendent is responsible for leading and managing electrical functions across the project or operation. This role ensures electrical systems, infrastructure, and personnel operate safely, reliably, and in compliance with applicable regulations, company standards, and client requirements. The Electrical Superintendent provides technical leadership for electrical maintenance, construction, commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement while working collaboratively with operations, engineering, planning, and HSE teams. Provides exceptional leadership and direction through coaching, mentorship, supervision, and development with a focus on a safe and inclusive environment.

1. Electrical Leadership & Coordination

a. Lead and provide direction to electrical supervisors, tradespeople, apprentices, and contractors across surface and underground work areas.

b. Plan, coordinate, and prioritize electrical work to support safe execution, operational readiness, and project schedules.

c. Ensure personnel have the training, tools, information, and resources required to perform assigned work safely and effectively.

d. Coordinate electrical activities with operations, engineering, maintenance, planning, procurement, and HSE teams.

1. Safety, Compliance & Technical Governance

a. Ensure electrical work complies with applicable legislation, electrical codes, company standards, and client requirements.

b. Conduct inspections and audits of electrical installations, work practices, and documentation; ensure deficiencies are corrected.

c. Maintain electrical procedures, standards, and quality requirements, and support risk assessments and incident investigations.

1. Reliability & Technical Support

a. Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to improve electrical system reliability and reduce downtime.

b. Provide technical leadership for troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of complex electrical issues.

c. Monitor system and equipment performance and identify improvements to safety, reliability, productivity, and cost effectiveness.

1. Planning, Projects & Resources

a. Support electrical design reviews, equipment selection, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operational handover.

b. Manage electrical labor, contractors, materials, tools, critical spares, and budgets to meet operational and project requirements.

c. Review electrical scopes, drawings, schematics, estimates, schedules, and technical documentation for completeness and constructability.

1. Team Leadership & Development

a. Coach, mentor, and develop team members while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

b. Ensure training and competency programs meet current and future operational needs.

c. Support recruitment, performance management, recognition, corrective action, and other employee matters for supervised staff.

1. Documentation & Communication

a. Ensure inspections, maintenance records, work orders, test results, and other electrical documentation are accurate and completed on time.

b. Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with Redpath policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.

1. Other Duties as Assigned

a. additional tasks as directed by Project Leadership to meet project and operational requirements.

1. If required to operate a company vehicle during the course of employment, must meet the requirements to be an eligible user of company vehicles. Must possess a current State Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
2. Responsible to keep work areas safe and free of hazards. Performs Field Level Risk Assessments.
3. Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner.
4. Comply with daily, weekly and monthly safety directives, policies, and procedures.
5. Maintain confidentiality with respect to Redpath and client information.
6. Complies with and ensure compliance with Redpath’s Policies and Procedures as detailed in the appropriate manuals, handbooks, directives, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
7. Able to work in excess of 40 hours a week, overtime, day and nights, weekends, holidays and shift rotations.
8. Compliance with Redpath Core Competencies is an essential duty and responsibility.
9. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Minimum Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist other job functions as required.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Journeyman Electrician qualification or equivalent recognized electrical trade credential required.
• Associate degree, diploma, or technical certification in Electrical Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Electrical Systems, or a related field preferred.

Work Experience:

• 7–10 years of electrical experience in mining, construction, heavy industry, or electrical maintenance, including 5+ years in a supervisory or superintendent role.
• Underground mining experience and experience with low- and medium-voltage power systems preferred.

Knowledge Required:

• Strong knowledge of electrical safety requirements, codes, standards, and OSHA/MSHA regulations applicable to the work.
• Knowledge of power distribution, motor control, protection systems, industrial controls, and electrical maintenance practices.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, specifications, manuals, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, planning, organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members while working effectively across departments and with clients and contractors.

Other Requirements:

1. Ability to pass background clearance check, drug screening and physical.
2. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
3. Ability to prepare written reports and correspondence.
4. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
5. Valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
6. High level of attention to detail, neatness and accuracy.
7. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.