Job Description

Company Description
Be part of the team. The team that makes it happen.
We are the world's leading diamond company, powered by thousands of people around the world who are driven to support thriving local communities, protect the natural environment, and stand with women and girls, focused on Building Forever.
If you like chasing demanding targets, thrive on making decisions in the pursuit of brilliance, and enjoy the support of the world's finest experts, we have a place for you.

De Beers Canada has a full-time, permanent opportunity for a highly motivated and energetic individual to join the Engineering & Site Services Department as Millwright Artisan at the Gahcho Kue Mine Site based in the Northwest Territories. Reporting to the Senior Site Services Supervisor, the successful candidate will install, maintain and repair all stationary, mechanical and auxiliary equipment in a safe, functional, reliable condition and provide quality customer service to the maintenance planning function. The ideal candidate is one who is committed to safe working practices and strives for zero harm.
Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting preventive maintenance (inspections, adjustments, and overhauls) on mechanical equipment including self-priming dewatering pumps, tanks, piping, air compressors, and building infrastructure;
• Conducting corrective maintenance (repairs, replacements) on mechanical equipment as needed;
• Identifying equipment deficiencies, and troubleshooting issues;
• Providing timely response to critical equipment breakdowns;
• Completing daily reports and Work Orders;
• Assisting in scoping and planning of new work;
• Adhering to all company safety and security policies and procedures;
• Reporting incidents and assisting with investigations and follow-up work;
• Maintaining meaningful contribution and participation in safety meetings and audits;
• Repairing, servicing, and reconditioning equipment per trade code and industry design specification requirements;
• Providing timely response to critical equipment breakdown priority; and
• Recording all task related information as required to complete planning and work order requirements.

Reporting to the Senior Site Services Supervisor, this position is on a two (2) weeks in, two (2) weeks out rotation.
Qualifications
Formal Qualifications:

• Valid Interprovincial Journeyman Certified Millwright;
• 5+ years' similar experience;
• Familiar with self-priming dewatering pumps, chain conveyors and fuel storage and distribution systems;
• Valid driver license;
• A welding ticket and HDPE fusing knowledge would be considered an asset;
• Ability to operate within MS Office and a computerized maintenance management system (SAP);
• Proven commitment to Safety, Health and Environmental Standards; &
• Experience working at a remote mining site and in a cross-cultural work environment.

Please Note:

• Preference will be given to Members of the Deninu Kue, Lutsel K'e Dene First Nation, North Slave Metis Alliance, Northwest Territory Metis Nation, Tlicho Government, or Yellowknives Dene First Nation, followed by non-indigenous residents of the Northwest Territories.

Additional Information
Who We Are
Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world's leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewelry retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.
In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Kue mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines.
At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.
Safety
Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health, and the well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.
Building forever
Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making - it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers' trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.
Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.
Referral
This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Employee Referral Policy (HRM.AD.21.00). Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.
Background Checks
Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.
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