2026 General Applications – Maintainers
- NU, Canada
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Job details
- Posting language
- English
Original job description
Mission for this Position
About Us
At Baffinland, we work and live beyond the Arctic Circle, mining iron ore at our Mary River property. Located in the Qikiqtani Region on Baffin Island, Nunavut, it’s one of the world’s most captivating and seldom seen destinations and we are looking for people ready to share, build, and grow with our company. We are a unique company with a strong management team. Our leadership team has amassed specialty experience on northern mining projects from community consultation and permitting, through to operation. Our workforce brings together the modern practice of safe, sustainable mining and the enduring value of a traditional culture, which is rapidly advancing. The result is a work and community experience you won't find anywhere else.
We are looking for people ready to share, build, and grow with our company.
Our rotations are 3 weeks and 3 weeks out at our Mary River Mine site.
*Note
This role is an Open Posting. Open Postings do not reflect current workforce requirements. However, Baffinland collects applications from interested parties on an ongoing basis, and utilizes these applications when vacancies become available
Main Accountabilities
Maintainer Positions
Electrician
Millwright
Welder
Machinist
Heavy Equipment Service Technician/Mechanic
Heavy Truck & Trailer Service Technician/Mechanic
Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic
Oil Heat Systems Technician/ Oil Burner Mechanic
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician
CarpenterPlumber
Housing Maintainer
Parts/Tool Crib Coordinator
Warehouse Technician
Senior Warehouse Technician
- Perform all tasks assigned by the Supervisor.• To follow all procedures and policies as set by the company.• To fill out all forms required for daily operation of an assigned unit.• To follow the Safety Plan as specified by the company and to accept the training to do so.• Perform pre and post-operational checks of equipment as well as assisting and performing other duties
Main Qualifications
MaintainersRegistered & Non Registered trade tickets accepted. Red Seal Journeymen tickets are preferred.
- Previous experience working in a remote Arctic operationwith camp accommodations working with employees of allcompetency levels including developing individuals withminimal experience at apprenticeship levels performing maintenance activities• SAP maintenance systems expertise desirable• Experience mentoring, providing solid direction and demonstrating safety leadership in harsharctic field environments and in the workshops.• Using electronic diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and repair equipment efficiently andeffectively• Motivated and hard working with a professional attitude• Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions and to interpret technical manuals andspecifications.• Language: Speak English, Read English, Write English (Inuktitut would be an asset).• Previous mining experience is an asset.• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.• Able to work outdoors in all-weather conditions• Able to climb ladders / Physically fit to perform all aspects of job
Job Location
Mary River Mine Site, NU, CanadaMore about this job
Responsibilities
The maintainer at Baffinland will perform assigned maintenance and repair tasks on mining equipment and vehicles at the Mary River site. The work includes pre and post-operational equipment checks, completing daily forms and following company safety procedures.
Requirements
Candidates need a registered or non-registered trade ticket, with Red Seal preferred, and experience in a remote Arctic camp setting. They must read and write English, be physically fit, able to climb ladders and work outdoors in all weather. Mining experience, SAP skills and Inuktitut are assets.
Skills
- SAP maintenance systems
- electronic diagnostic equipment
- troubleshooting and repair
- reading technical manuals
- mentoring apprentices
- safety leadership
- pre and post-operational equipment checks
- heavy equipment maintenance
- welding
- machining
- electrical trades
- millwright work
- ladder climbing
- outdoor work in harsh weather
- Inuktitut language
Categories
- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Energy
Keywords
- maintenance technician
- millwright
- electrician
- welder
- machinist
- heavy equipment mechanic
- heavy truck mechanic
- automotive mechanic
- refrigeration technician
- carpenter
- plumber
- warehouse technician
- parts coordinator
- Arctic
- remote camp
- mining
- Red Seal
- SAP
- iron ore
- Nunavut
Licences and certifications
- Red Seal
Tools
- electronic diagnostic equipment
- SAP
Languages
- English