Hays Recruitment in proud partnership with Hemlo Mining Corp.

The Hemlo

Mine (“Hemlo”) is a long-life, fully integrated gold mining operation located approximately 35 km east of the town of Marathon in Northwestern Ontario, Canada, along the Trans Canada Highway and just north of Lake Superior. The site continues to evolve through ongoing investment in exploration and modernization, creating new opportunities across technical and skilled roles. Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, the Journeyman Electrician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical infrastructure throughout the site, including both underground and surface operations.

This role ensures safe, effective, and compliant electrical systems supporting production and maintenance across the mill, crushing, hoisting, underground, and process areas. Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems, components, and infrastructure across both underground and surface operations. Adhere to preventive maintenance plans to ensure equipment reliability and resource availability.

Perform high-voltage switching, testing, isolation, and cable terminations (including 13.8 kV splices and stress cone applications) following safe work procedures. Troubleshoot control systems, including VFDs, soft starters, PLCs, and associated communication networks. Conduct operational checks and inspections to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

Identify, organize, and secure materials, tools, and services to support planned and corrective maintenance activities. take immediate corrective action where possible. Participate in daily safety meetings and communicate potential hazards or process improvement opportunities. Support mill and underground operations to achieve production targets by responding promptly to equipment failures.





A valid Electrical License in the Province of Ontario (Construction & Maintenance 309A) required.

Basic

Underground and Surface Common Core required or ability to obtain. Demonstrated experience with 13.8 kV, 4160V, 600V systems, including installation and repair.

Experience working with mine hoisting plants, Motor Control Centres, Benshaw soft starters, Yaskawa, VFD’s, GE RX3I PLC’s, and Kone Cranes an asset. Strong understanding of high-voltage industrial systems and electrical distribution. Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

Familiarity with SAP for maintenance work orders or willingness to learn. Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently in remote or confined environments. Physical capability to work in all environments, including underground, confined spaces, and at heights, while lifting and handling equipment over 50 lbs.

Adaptability to challenging conditions, including temperature extremes, noise, and environmental factors. Willingness and ability to work rotating day/night shift schedules Opportunity to earn up to a targeted 60% bonus on top of the proposed wage ~ Relocation & housing assistance available for all roles ~ Flexible rotation options (4x3, 7x7, 14x14) to support strong work-life integration ~ FIFO/DIDO from anywhere!

Thunder

Bay airport provides ease and convenience with the connection to most national flights. ~ Shuttles provided to & from the airport/camp/site ~ Full camp accommodations for both FIFO and DIDO workers (featuring private en-suite bathrooms) ~100% employer-paid benefits including health, dental, vision, and paramedical coverage ~ Educational assistance for Hemlo employees & scholarships for the dependents of Hemlo employees ~ Above-market wages and salaries, with bonus programs and 12% pension contributions for all roles ~ Direct access to senior leadership and on-site mentorship

📌 Underground Red Seal Electrician (Canada)
🏢 Hemlo Mining
📍 Canada