Mine Electrical Instrumentation Craftsperson

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Mine Electrical Instrumentation Craftsperson

Role: Mine Electrical Instrumentation Craftsperson

Company: Boliden Tara Mines

Location: Navan County Meath

Full-time Permanent

An excellent opportunity has arisen within the company for a Mine Electrical Instrumentation Craftsperson. Reporting to the Mine Electrical Supervisor the Mine Electrical Instrumentation Craftsperson is responsible for complimenting and contributing to the Mine Electrical Section supporting in maintenance and installation issues (Electrical Instrumentation and Automation) and assisting with all works and projects.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• In line with applicable procedures conduct all duties in a way that promotes Bolidens values and best practice relating to environmental health safety and quality performance.

• Role model Bolidens core values at all times and can demonstrate use of core values to drive continuous improvement.

• Monitor and troubleshoot plant operations to determine maintenance requirements to maximise plant availability. Identify improvement areas and implement projects and solutions.

• Maintain compliance with certified Management Systems and regulatory permits.

• Use develop and promote Mine Electrical Section systems both physical and electronic.

• Proactive machine fault-finding repair and problem solving

• Implement all safe working procedures standards practices rules regulations and instructions in line with Boliden policies

• Work towards achieving all relevant KPIs set out for Electrical Department e.g. breakdown response time minimising downtime etc

• Carry out on-the-job risk assessments

• Carry out 5S housekeeping and cleaning work as required

• Use and operation of all necessary equipment and tools

• Use of new technology including CMMS system (Maximo)

• To compile manage and maintain maintenance records and databases.

• Maintain a detailed log of all repairs servicing electrical maintenance and relevant information relating to performance of machinery and equipment

• Actively seek and evaluate opportunities for improvement in EHS/automation/digitalisation/technology and energy consumption

• Participate in daily pulse meetings with maintenance team to ensure that there is full information shared amongst relevant colleagues and business units

• Actively participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and/or practices

• Read and accept New Ways of Working and Mine Organisational changes detailed in 3. Final New Ways of Working 24/04/2024 document agreed by Group of Unions and Boliden Tara Mines

• Other duties may be determined by immediate supervisor

Experience and Qualifications:

A minimum of 3 years in the mining / heavy industry with considerable exposure to an engineering function.

One of the following is essential:

• A SOLAS approved Craft qualification.

• Recognised qualification as a trained Electrician

Skills and Capabilities:

• Organisational and strategic thinking skills

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability to create and maintain an inclusive culture

• Good communication skills with strong verbal written and computer skills

• Effective team player along with the ability to work under ones own initiative.

• The candidate must have the ability to promote the Boliden Core Values in all aspects of their role.

• Problem solving skills

• Flexible approach to work

• Willingness to promote continuous improvements within the company.

Additional Info:

• This role will be full time with a 4 Cycle 12 hr Shift and a 2 Cycle 10.5 hr Shift

• There will be a degree of flexibility required as part of this role in line with operational requirements.

• We strive to achieve diversity and inclusion among our employees and therefore welcome all applicants. Your application will be processed in accordance with the GDPR.

Closing date for applications is 9th January 2026

To Apply please visit and go to the Careers Portal.

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