Electrical Superintendent

Job summary

The Electrical Superintendent leads and supervises all electrical construction, installation, and commissioning activities on mining and industrial sites. They act as a critical bridge between engineering, contractors, and field crews to ensure project delivery meets safety and regulatory standards.

Job details

About the Role JDS Energy & Mining is seeking an experienced and motivated Electrical Superintendent to support field execution on active mining and construction projects. This is a site-based, camp, fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) role responsible for leading electrical construction activities across complex industrial and mining infrastructure. The Electrical Superintendent will oversee the safe and efficient execution of electrical works associated with both temporary and permanent power systems, including batch plant electrical, temporary construction power, CSA-compliant modular equipment, and a 10MW power plant supporting freeze operations. This role acts as a critical bridge between engineering, construction, contractors, and commissioning teams to ensure successful project delivery in remote environments. 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 all electrical construction and installation activities on site Coordinate electrical contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and field crews Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, and energization of: Batch plant electrical systems Temporary construction power systems CSA-compliant modular electrical equipment 10MW power generation infrastructure supporting freeze operations Site-wide temporary electrical systems and distribution Ensure all electrical work complies with applicable codes, CSA standards, and project requirements Interpret and apply electrical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation Monitor contractor performance, productivity, quality, and schedule adherence Coordinate with engineering, procurement, commissioning, and construction teams Participate in planning, work packaging, scheduling, and short-term execution planning Support commissioning and startup activities, including troubleshooting and deficiency resolution Conduct field inspections, safety observations, hazard assessments, and incident investigations Maintain accurate field documentation, including daily reports, progress tracking, and turnover packages Support QA/QC processes, including inspections and testing coordination Coordinate lockout/tagout (LOTO), isolation planning, and energization procedures Assist with material tracking, logistics coordination, and construction readiness planning Ensure all work aligns with company policies, project specifications, and regulatory requirements

What you’ll do

The Electrical Superintendent leads and supervises all electrical construction, installation, and commissioning activities on mining and industrial sites. They act as a critical bridge between engineering, contractors, and field crews to ensure project delivery meets safety and regulatory standards.

Requirements

The role requires extensive experience in managing complex electrical infrastructure, including power generation and distribution systems in remote environments. Candidates must be proficient in interpreting technical drawings and ensuring compliance with CSA standards and safety protocols.

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• scheduling · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Electrical construction
• Mining infrastructure
• Power systems
• Commissioning
• Project management
• Contractor management
• CSA standards
• Lockout/tagout
• Safety compliance
• Technical documentation
• QA/QC
• Troubleshooting
• Field supervision
• Budgeting
• Scheduling
• Electrical Construction
• Field Inspection
• Lock Out / Tag Out
• Accountability
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Project Delivery
• Planning
• Construction
• Communication
• Procurement
• Electrical Equipment
• Electrical Systems
• Packaging And Labeling
• Leadership
• Operations
• Electric Power Systems
• On-Time Performance
• Subcontracting
• Technical Documentation
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Coordinating
• Investigation
• Quality Control
• Teamwork
• Honesty

Job areas

• Construction
• Engineering
• Energy
• Management & Leadership
• Trades
• Electrical Superintendent
• Construction Superintendent
• Construction Managers

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