Journeyperson Plumber

About Burgundy Diamond Mines

Burgundy Diamond Mines is a premier global diamond company that proudly produces and delivers ethically sourced diamonds from mine to market. Tracing diamonds end-to-end from its world-renowned Ekati Diamond Mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories, right through to retail diamond sales, creates unquestionable diamond origin and traceability. 

Founded in Perth, Western Australia, Burgundy has established itself in the market through its innovative strategy and unique vertically integrated business model, focused on capturing margins along the full value chain of the diamond market. Burgundy is part of CanadaMark™, a program that assures manufacturers, retailers and customers, that Burgundy Diamonds are sustainably produced and support ethical investment in Canadian Northern Indigenous communities. Burgundy has an office in Calgary, Canada and a diamond sales office in Antwerp, Belgium. 

Position Overview

As a member of the Maintenance Team, the Journeyperson Plumber will report to the Maintenance Supervisor and work two (2) weeks on, two (2) weeks off rotation at the Ekati mine site. The JP Plumber will be responsible for the mechanical portion of facility maintenance in a remote location. The JP Plumber will provide maintenance and repair services, as well as install, repair, and maintain pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and wastewater disposal.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

•            Complete high-quality plumbing work in a safe and timely manner;


•            Install, repair, and maintain site plumbing fixtures and systems;


•           Manage potable water sample testing (chlorine, Turbidity, etc.) and record daily levels in SAP;


•           Manage and monitor the sites sewer treatment plant and action repairs as required;


•           Repair commercial kitchen equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations;


•          Together with maintenance planning personnel, steward the review, modification, development and implementation of detailed job plans. These would include information such as; task lists, labor resources, tool requirements, material requirements, safety and hazardous material requirements, pre-job activities, a detailed task description and post maintenance activities;


•           Mentorship of employees, trainees, and trades people;


•           Always protect the safety and well-being of yourself and your co-workers. Follow all Company specific safety protocols and Occupational Health & Safety policies and procedures;


•           Oversee and ensure that contractors assigned to your responsibility meet quality, cost, and schedule targets;


•           Work with other trades in a flexible team environment to achieve best-in-class efficiency and productivity.

Education/Experience

•          Certified Journeyperson Plumber. Red Seal certification is required for trades out of province;


•          High School Diploma or GED equivalent;


•          Certified back flow tester with valid ticket;


•          Minimum of a Class 1 - Water and Wastewater Operator certification;


•          Minimum 3-5 years’ of directly related construction and maintenance experience in renovation, commercial and light industrial settings;


•          Must have commercial kitchen equipment experience;


•          Working knowledge of SAP and basic computer literacy with willingness to learn new computer skills;


•          Ability to comprehend a situation and identify underlying causes, use knowledge and experience to tackle and solve technical issues;


•          Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task;


•          Class 5 driver's license is required.


•          Preference given to dual trade JP Pipefitter