Electrical Maintenance Planner

Job Title:
Electrical Maintenance PlannerLocation:
Southern B.C. Mine SiteSalary:
130,000 to $140,000Schedule:
14X14 - 12-hour daysAccommodations:
Camp or company-provided accommodationsFlights Paid:
Fly into the location from any major airport in Canada
Who we are:Big Country Equipment is a BC-based heavy equipment service and repair company that works with resource-based customers in the construction, forestry, mining, and oil and gas sectors across Canada. Big Country Equipment was formed in 2017. We have grown rapidly from a one-truck operation to over 200 employees and a fleet of 50+ fully tooled service trucks, taking care of customers throughout Western Canada 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
The Role:We are seeking an Electrical Maintenance Planner for fixed plant equipment in a mill/mine environment. You will be responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining a comprehensive electrical maintenance plan for heavy equipment and mining operations. This includes the development and implementation of job and work procedures as well as bills of materials (BOM’s), as part of the long-term implementation of SAP S4 Hanna CMMS (Central Maintenance Management System).
The Electrical Maintenance Planner is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
As a safety-sensitive position, you must remain fit for duty at all times during your shift in accordance with Company and Customer Safety Policies.
Responsibilities:
Development and implementation of comprehensive job/work procedures, including but not limited to bill of materials, labour estimates, required craft skills, safety rules, and technical manuals for electrical work orders while creating and managing data integrity processes.
Ensure electrical isolation requirements, lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols, permits, and statutory code compliance are mapped out.
Prepare labour plans, contractor support plans, and task sequences for routine mill downtime, major plant turnarounds, and emergency breakdowns.
Assist the customer with the implementation project of SAP S/4HANA CMMS.
Coordinate closely with mill operations, electrical supervisors, reliability engineers, and safety teams to balance production targets with asset health.
Ensure operational alignment while achieving targets as set out by the customer.
Reporting & KPI tracking as required.
Ensure electrical system compliance by creating the integration of strict statutory testing, inspection, and recertification intervals for electrical systems into the master maintenance schedule, ensuring all planned maintenance packages comply with Canadian/provincial mining regulations, electrical codes (e.G., CSA M421 - Use of Electricity in Mines), and site safety protocols.
Develop continuous improvement plans and processes.
Ensure safety is integrated into all planning and execution processes, including Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).
Other duties within the scope of the Electrical Maintenance Planner as requested.
Qualifications:
Journeyperson Electrician Certification required (Red Seal preferred)
3 to 5 years of experience in electrical planning within a fixed plant/mill mine environment
3 + years of hands-on experience installing and maintaining electrical systems within the mining industry
3 + years of hands-on experience installing and maintaining electrical systems on fixed equipment and associated electrical systems
Expert knowledge and experience with CMMS programs;
SAP S/4HANA CMMS experience strongly preferred.
Familiarity with electrical distribution, PLC/DCS control systems, motor controls, VFDs, and industrial networking
Highly proficient in Excel (for data analysis/vlookups/pivot tables), Word, Teams, and Outlook, and experience with MS Project is a plus
Strong problem-solving skills with a preventive and predictive maintenance mindset
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities
Maintenance Management Professional (MMP) or a Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) designation (or the ability to demonstrate equivalent
experience) is considered an asset
Proven experience working within Canadian provincial mining regulatory frameworks
Deep technical understanding of industrial Electrical systems
Big Country sincerely thanks you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Fairness, Equity, Diversity & InclusionAt Big Country Equipment Repair, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone is treated fairly, respectfully, and with dignity. We value the different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and skills that each person brings to our team.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can work with you to provide a fair and accessible experience.
At Big Country, everyone has a place at the table, and everyone has an opportunity to contribute, grow, and succeed.
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