Control Systems Technical Specialist II

4 weeks ago


RouynNoranda, Canada Newmont Full time

Workplace Type: Onsite

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Éléonore is a fly-in, fly‑out operation, with a world-class, state-of-the-art facility that is among the largest gold mines in Quebec. It is located in Eeyou Istchee/James Bay, in a remote corner of the Northern Quebec region, 800 km north of Montreal. A place where we ensure all employees can reach their full potential, establishing an open door and supportive work environment.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

About the role

The Control Systems Technical Specialist II is a member of the global Fixed Plant Control (FPC) systems team and is responsible for maintaining and improving the availability and integrity of the site industrial control system (ICS) infrastructure for a single site.

This position reports to and supports the Control Systems Technical Supervisor / Senior Control Systems Technical Supervisor. The incumbent:

  • provides technical expertise and support for all DCS, PLC & SCADA hardware, configuration, troubleshooting, maintenance and upgrades;
  • provides technical expertise and support for all ICS networking, telemetry, and all site OT infrastructure including the PI Historian suite of applications;
  • provides support to control room / operations, metallurgists, maintenance, engineering, and projects departments to safely maximise production capacity across both processing and mining facilities;
  • collaborates with control system vendors to manage minor upgrades, patching and incorporate new products reliably into the site ICS;
  • performs any preventative or corrective maintenance required on the ICS infrastructure. The incumbent is also required to continuously develop and improve the site maintenance procedures to maximise the availability of the site ICS;
  • utilises Newmont standard ICS applications for alarm and controller performance, downtime reporting, electronic shift logging to improve system performance;
  • implements change requests and project support, adhering to existing site configuration standards and change management (MOC) processes;
  • has sufficient experience in mineral processing and mining facilities to understand and manage the risks associated with any temporary or permanent changes to the site industrial control system;
  • participates in the global FPC system community of practice sharing lessons learned and best practices; and
  • is required to recognise and replicate where appropriate best-practice solutions provided by the global FPC system community.
  • This position is 100% site based.
Essential Duties
  • Monitor the site ICS infrastructure status and resolve any issues identified.
  • Implement minor temporary and permanent change requests to ICS software/application.
  • Execute and/or support projects impacting on site ICS.
  • Lead daily ICS pre-start meetings and checks and respond to key metrics including alarm rates & controller performance.
  • Participate in site operations and maintenance pre-start and handover meetings, remaining informed of site priorities, issues and initiatives.
  • Assist with diagnosis and resolution of operations and maintenance issues related to the ICS.
  • Perform internal auditing and preventative maintenance, minor upgrades and validation of spares for ICS infrastructure.
  • Support the site OT infrastructure and applications, including the PI Historian suite.
  • Participation in the global process control community.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.


Training & Experience
Training:
  • Electrical and/or instrumentation trade certificate is essential.
  • Additional qualifications in process control or control systems desirable.
Experience:
  • At least 7 years of experience working with control systems in any related industry.
  • Significant and demonstrable experience in at least one of the following systems:
  • Rockwell Control / Compact Logix PLCs and HMI
  • CitectSCADA HMI systems
  • Emerson deltaV
  • Knowledge and understanding of OsiSoft PI application suite desirable
  • Significant exposure and understanding of industrial Ethernet networks
  • Knowledge of industry best practices for industrial control systems
Skills and competencies
  • Advanced PC skills and computer literacy
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
  • High attention to detail and effective communication
  • Ability to work effectively with site and broader control system teams
  • Bilingual French & English an asset
Working Conditions
  • Éléonore mine site (Fly-in, Fly-out)
  • Schedule: 14 days of work followed by 14 days of rest

Interested candidates must send their resume through the company's website at www.newmont.com no later than August 26, 2024.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview.

As an equal opportunity employer, Newmont is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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