Day Shift Underground TMM Auto Electrician

Description:

Maintain, fault-find, and repair electrical systems on underground Trackless Mobile Machinery (TMM)including LHDs, drill rigs, bolters, utility vehicles, and diesel/electro-hydraulic equipmentto ensure safe, reliable, and optimal availability in line with MHSA, mine standards, and OEM specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Electrical Maintenance & Repair:
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain 12/24V DC systems, starters/alternators, wiring harnesses, batteries, lighting, and electrical auxiliaries on TMM.

Fault-find and repair CANbus, electronic control modules (ECMs), sensor networks, HMI panels, interlocks, and protection devices. Perform maintenance on electro-hydraulic control systems, proportional valves, solenoids, and joysticks. Support VSD/inverter and PLC (basic I/O) fault finding where applicable (OEM-dependent). Maintain charging systems, isolation/lockout, and emergency shutdown circuits. OEM & Equipment: Work across fleets such as Sandvik, Epiroc/Atlas Copco, AARD, Bell, Caterpillar, Komatsu (site-specific OEMs). Interpret OEM manuals, electrical schematics, and diagnostic codes; and use OEM diagnostics (e.g., ET, VCADS, and SIS, as applicable). Flameproofing & Compliance: Inspect and maintain flameproof/Ex electrical equipment (where applicable)glands, enclosures, and IP ratings. Ensure compliance with mine standards, MHSA, TMM Regulations, and OEM safety bulletins. Preventive Maintenance: Execute PM schedules, inspections, condition monitoring, and defect elimination on TMM. Maintain accurate service records, parts usage, and job cards in CMMS. Breakdowns & Callouts: Respond to underground breakdowns swiftly; perform root-cause analysis; and complete risk assessments and LOTO before work. Quality & Safety: Adhere to SHEQ standards; conduct SLAM/Take 5, toolbox talks; and ensure proper PPE use. Participate in continuous improvement (MTBF/MTTR improvements, standard work). Stakeholders & Teamwork: Liaise with operators, planners, and foremen; and provide feedback for planning and spares. Mentor learners/apprentices and support skills transfer.
Job Experience & Skills Required (Ideal Candidate Profile):
Trade Test (Auto Electrician) Red Seal (Section 13 or Section 26D). N2/N3 Electrical/Auto Electrical (N4/N6 advantageous). Underground mining experience: 35+ years, specifically on TMM (LHDs, drill rigs, bolters). Proven competency with: 12/24V DC systems, CANbus diagnostics, wiring & harness repair. Electro-hydraulics and controls on TMM. Basic PL