Mobile Equipment Technician

Position Title: Mobile Equipment Technician

Employment Type: 1-year Term

About Burgundy Diamond Mines:

Burgundy Diamond Mines is a premier, independent, company focused on the mining and production of diamonds. Burgundy’s strategic approach involves building a balanced portfolio of diamond projects located in favourable jurisdictions, including the globally ranked Canadian mining asset Ekati. Burgundy’s mine to market business model ensures total chain of custody and provides traceability along every step of the process, safeguarding the ethical production of the diamonds from mine to point of sale. Founded in Perth, Western Australia, Burgundy is led by a world-class management team and Board, combining global expertise with a commitment to sustainable and responsible diamond operations.

Position Overview:

As a member of the Mobile Maintenance Team, the Mobile Equipment Technician will report to the Superintendent, Mobile Maintenance and work a two week (2) weeks on, two (2) weeks off rotation at the Ekati mine site. The mobile Equipment Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance of medium and light-duty equipment on site. The successful candidate must focus on safety, quality, and accuracy of work and shall be adaptable to changing roles within the function. This is a one-year term beginning ASAP.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Complete Initial field inspections, preventive maintenance, field repairs, component changes, and all other standard maintenance activities required to maintain site equipment;


• Execute the site’s contamination control strategy including fluid monitoring, formal pre-fill protocols and on-site filtration device and procedures;


• Performing all services in connection with site equipment, parts and components;


• 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;


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

Education/Experience:

•    Certified Journeyperson Red Seal Heavy Equipment Technician or other relevant Journeyperson trade certificate related to mobile equipment;
•    High School Diploma or GED equivalent;
•    Must have experience with medium and light duty equipment;
•     Experience with Dual Powered Road trains, Kenworth, Western Star, Detroit, and Light Vehicles is preferred;
•    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.

What we offer:

At Burgundy Diamond Mines, we believe people are our most important asset. This is why we are fully committed to the health, safety and well-being of our employees. We believe in establishing strong lasting and respectful relationships with the people and communities with whom we work.

We are dedicated to developing our workforce and to creating an environment where people can learn, grow and take on new responsibilities. We build capacity within our workforce by offering leadership training, apprenticeship positions and adult education initiatives. On site we provide accommodations and meals, a fully equipped gym and recreation facilities.

Additional Information:

The Company provides travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants from our Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups. Members should clearly identify their IBA status on the online job application and resume to receive priority consideration.

To Apply: Visit https://burgundydiamonds.com/careers/ 

Closing Date: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.