Brian Edward K Kaitare
Ste Marthe Sur Le Lac
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with a robust 16-year background in both underground and surface mining operations. I have successfully completed the role of Mobile Maintenance Supervisor Level II with Agnico-Eagle Ltd at their Meadowbank Complex in Baker Lake, Nunavut, and recently completed the role of Product Support Specialist with De Beers Diamond Mine in NWT. I have held similar team leadership roles at Grande Cache Coal LP, TransAlta SunHills Mining, and have experience in the Canadian Oil Sands. I possess Arctic and Northern Canada mining experience and am a certified WSCC (NWT/NU) qualified Supervisor. My experience includes executing successful tasks as a Heavy Equipment Operator, Managing Fuel and Lube Operations, progressing to Heavy Field Service and Running Repairs Technician, Heavy Duty Technician, Lead Hand, and ultimately leading a multi-team of trades as a Supervisor in Mining. I am deeply committed to production and human support within the mining process, always prioritizing the safety of my team. Currently upgrading my skills as a Class 1 Heavy Combination Vehicle Operator. With a unique blend of hands-on technical expertise and a compassionate approach to mining activities, I have effectively managed complex projects in challenging environments. My experience spans from ensuring safety and efficiency in mineral extraction to providing critical support and relief in crisis situations. With a proven track record in both sectors, I am adept at navigating the intersection of sustainable resource management, social responsibility, and direct human resource management and engagement to achieve desired maintenance and production targets.
Preventive Maintenance Specialist with solid expertise in equipment upkeep and reliability. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal results in dynamic environments. Skilled in troubleshooting, diagnostics, and system optimization, ensuring seamless operations. Reliable and adaptable with track record of meeting changing needs and maintaining high standards in every task.
Maintenance professional with comprehensive experience in preventive maintenance and mechanical systems repair. Proven track record in reducing equipment downtime through methodical inspections and timely interventions. Highly focused on team collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliability and operational efficiency.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preventive Maintenance Technician (Service and Maintenance Department)
- Responsible for attending in house vocational and heavy-duty technician apprentice class/course for 5 years under the direction of Komatsu Instructors graduating a 5th year Certified Heavy-Duty Technician in Diesel and Hydraulic Systems.
- Responsible for field service technicians, dispatching mechanics and technicians to execute running repairs, prePM inspections, In field Preventive Maintenance.
- Responsible for executing all maintenance protocol following the manufacturers guidelines and procedures in CAT SIS 2.0, in replacing defective components, such as hydraulic cylinders on back hoes, lift cylinders on CAT D series dozers.
- Responsible for completing work orders, closing out service reports, returning and packaging defective components for rebuild and recommending any future repairs as observed through and during inspection.
- Responsible for working alone or as part of a team in executing major repairs on heavy equipment including executing scheduled preventative maintenance 250-hour PM, 500Hr PMs, 1000Hrs PM, 2000hr PMs guaranteeing OEM warranty expectations, resulting in extended equipment lifetime and reducing down time.
- Responsible for coordinating and dispatching mine rescue personnel to mitigate and execute lifesaving procedures resulting in less lost time injuries.
- Involved in mentoring, coaching, advising new and older employees on company safety procedures, excellent or skillful and safe heavy equipment operation.
- Responsible for conducting and executing crew safety meetings and relaying company communication, interpreting safety protocols.
Apprentice Heavy Combination Vehicle Operator: Class 1 with Airbrakes
Trans-Canada Driving School
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Expected Completion July 9th, 2025
Product Support Specialist /Technician
Gahcho Kue /De-Beers Diamond Mine NWT
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Execute maintenance of drill rigs, Pit Vipers 271 and Flexi and Smart Rock D65
- Troubleshoot and Fault find drill electronic and hydraulic failure
- Repair and replace defective and failing components Hydraulic pumps, Jacklegs , Valve Banks
- Execute Scheduled Preventive Maintenance routines 500hr, 1000hr, 2000hr PMs as recommended by the manufacturer.
- Execute general rig inspection at the beginning of each shift , make sure units are available for production and rectify any faults any anomalies.
- End of Contract
Mobile Maintenance Supervisor
Agnico-Eagle Meadowbank Division
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Currently occupying the role of Mobile Maintenance Supervisor with Agnico-Eagle Meadowbank Division in Amaruq. Overseeing and in charge of the surface mine mobile equipment maintenance routines with both planned and break-in repairs and maintenance.
- I’m a certified WSCC Mine Supervisor Level II, meeting all the requirements of Canada, Nunavut Region and Arctic Canada supervisor requirements levels.
- I’m able and capable of executing my role as a supervisor with minimal overhead supervision both in the field and shop atmosphere in executing planed schedules and unplanned break-ins and field running repairs, while prioritizing employee safety and minimizing equipment downtime to ensure continuous production to make sure that both company safety and production targets are achieved and maintained.
- My duties include, managing and supervising multi-trade teams of technicians that include Heavy duty mechanics, Heavy duty Technicians, Light Duty and Medium Duty mechanics, Welders, Machinists, Shop Maintenance Support Technicians, Tire Repair and Maintenance Technicians and Parts Managers.
- I’m responsible for the execution of the heavy-duty maintenance schedule as planned in accordance with the recommended EOM and Agnico-Eagle guidelines.
- I’m responsible for ensuring work orders are completed, signed and closed in JDE.
- I’m responsible for the execution of all maintenance protocols and procedures in a safe atmosphere with ZERO harm to the technicians, no danger to the operators and making sure no damage to maintained equipment.
- I’m responsible for executing periodic safety audits during the shift to make sure that the maintenance work is executed according to the Agnico-Eagle Safety Guidelines and Work Card procedures.
- I’m responsible for documenting and reporting safety concerns and incidents that occur in my workspace.
- I’m responsible for employee time entry in the JDE and time management in all work protocols.
- I’m responsible for recording and reporting shift crossover notes and reports to make sure that work assignments planned progress continuously between shifts.
- I’m responsible for attending to employee safety concerns, through conducting safety meetings while recording feedback and forwarding results upstream and downstream to make sure required safety concerns are addressed in a timely manner.
- I’m responsible for ensuring a cordial working relationship between the supervision team by supporting a responsible and respectful work atmosphere.
- I’m responsible for attending morning safety briefs and crossover meetings between shop and field supervision and the general supervisor to review and plan out the shift ahead while handing over the report from the shift prior.
- Able and capable of multitasking under pressure, mitigating crisis while maintaining focus on the job.
- I’m responsible for ensuring and maintaining a safe working environment.
- Responsible for recruiting, mentoring and maintaining a well-trained work force of technician and support.
- Surface Division Closing Moving to Hope Bay Start Up
- Supervised daily maintenance operations to ensure optimal equipment performance and safety compliance.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained and mentored maintenance team on best practices, safety protocols, and equipment handling procedures.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to address maintenance issues and streamline workflow processes.
Heavy Duty Mechanic Team Lead
Baffinland Iron Ore Mine |Mary River Artic Mine
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Responsible for executing scheduled and planned maintenance routines.
- Responsible for managing shop and field mechanics executing running repairs and field repairs.
- Responsible for crew safety through coaching and ensuring safe work procedures.
- Daily schedule management.
- Responsible for effective communication through cross over reports to ensure seamless continuity of projects between shifts and crews.
- Reporting and investigating safety incidents and near misses.
- Responsible for team building, counselling, and coaching.
- Responsible for attending planning meetings.
- Responsible for ordering required OEM parts for job and repair execution.
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Baffinland Iron Ore Mine |Mary River Arctic Mine
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Responsible for executing repairs and services as planned.
- Responsible for personal safety, equipment safety and safety of others.
- Responsible for executing repairs and services in accordance with OEM recommendations.
- Responsible for effective and clear work in progress communication between crews to ensure seamless job continuity and execution.
- Responsible for research in OEM software to ensure proper tools are applied in job execution.
- Responsible for being a team member.
- Responsible for maintaining proper records and reporting any incidents, observation to supervisors.
Mobile Service Technician
T&T Power Group
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Responsible for testing, measuring and verifying electrical component operations, including energized electrical fields on emergency and standby power system.
- Responsible for executing building transfer tests to confirm correct transfer switch operation, proper phase synchronization and correct circuit braker operation.
- Responsible for inspecting and diagnosing defective generator components, while recommending repairs and services to clients.
- Responsible for reporting to clients for authorization of repairs and services per CSA 282-15/CSA 282-19 guidelines.
- Responsible for generator repairs and services per warranty in shop and field sites.
- Responsible for reconditioning and overhauling engines and controller components with upgrades per OEM standards.
- Responsible for establishing strong working relationships with clients and client contacts.
- Responsible for reporting equipment servicing needs to supervisors and branch managers.
- Responsible for reporting and documenting job execution and submitting reports for filing.
- Responsible for executing tasks on low and hi AC/DC voltage systems.
- Responsible for participating in required Health and Safety policies and procedures.
- Responsible for maintaining professionalism and projecting a professional company image.
Electromechanical Power Generator Technician
Gal Power Systems
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Responsible for testing, measuring and verifying electrical component operations, including energized electrical fields on emergency and standby power system.
- Responsible for executing building transfer tests to confirm correct transfer switch operation, proper phase synchronization and correct circuit braker operation.
- Responsible for inspecting and diagnosing defective generator components, while recommending repairs and services to clients.
- Responsible for reporting to clients for authorization of repairs and services per CSA 282-15/CSA 282-19 guidelines.
- Responsible for generator repairs and services per warranty in shop and field sites.
- Responsible for reconditioning and overhauling engines and controller components with upgrades per OEM standards.
- Responsible for establishing strong working relationships with clients and client contacts.
- Responsible for reporting equipment servicing needs to supervisors and branch managers.
- Responsible for reporting and documenting job execution and submitting reports for filing.
- Responsible for executing tasks on Low and Hi AC/DC voltage systems.
- Responsible for participating in OEM training
- Responsible for participating in required Health and Safety policies and procedures.
- Responsible for maintaining professionalism and projecting a professional company image.
Quebec Mobile Service Technician and Resident Representative MST
Compact Power Inc
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Responsible for all scheduled and routine electromechanical troubleshooting and repair issues.
- Responsible for uploading all service and repair reports through SAP system.
- Responsible for all running repair calls, after-hour calls and dispatching technicians to executive repairs on equipment breakdown.
- Responsible for liaising with clients and vendors on all service and repair issues.
- Responsible for coaching and training clients in proper equipment applications, equipment maintenance and efficient equipment operation
- Responsible for inventory management on all deployed and stored equipment in Quebec and Ottawa Region.
- Responsible for custodial safety and management of company property including service trucks, credit card and fuel management.
Service Technician
Theis KMC Minning Joint Venture
01.2014 - 07.2016
- Responsible support for preventive maintenance in shop and in field.
- Responsible for day to day mine equipment verification of operational status, fluid top ups, oil level checks to enhance equipment safety and production capacity.
- Responsible for coordinating with the planning, maintenance and operations department on preventive routines, documenting and updating expired engine components.
- Responsible for coordinating with fluid life labs in collecting engine and hydraulic fluid samples for lab analysis to determine equipment wear tear.
- Responsible for operating various modes and sizes of service trucks effectively and safely in job execution.
- Responsible for recording and filling daily service reports.
- Responsible for recording, Investigating and reporting safety issues.
- Responsible crisis intervention, crisis mitigation and crisis management.
- Responsible for daily pre-trip equipment inspection, checking for hydraulic leaks, engine leaks, checking electrical components fault code troubleshoot on VIMS through CAT ET.
Heavy Equipment Operator -Open Pit Minning/Surface Minning (Operations and Production Dept)
Tans-Alta/Highvale Mine (Sundance)
10.2008 - 12.2014
- Responsible for skillfully and safely operating heavy equipment resulting into company meeting it production projection.
- Responsible for skillful operation of Mine Haul Trucks including Komatsu 830/930 Series, safe operation of CAT 776/777/785/789/793 series.
- Responsible for operating Komatsu Loader 1200-3 in over burden and waste removal in an open pit mine.
- Responsible for skillful and safe operation of CAT14M/16H/24H series grader in mine operation to clear haul roads of uneven and unseen barriers for haul truck safe operation.
- Responsible for emergency response as a mine rescue captain in the event of mine accidents to avert injury and death to personnel.
Education
BEng - Common Entry
Waterford Institute of Technology WIT
01.2005
MBA - undefined
Makerere University Kampala
01.2008
Bachelor Of Business - undefined
Waterford Institute of Technology WIT
01.2007
Skills
- Surface Miner
- Underground Miner
- Mine Rescue
- Teamwork
- Engine Electrical System
- Mechanical Systems
- CAT SIS 20
- VIMS
- Blueprint and Schematics Interpretation
- Line Diagrams
- Sap
- JDE Tradesman
- MS Office
- Training
- Supervision
- Counselling and Coaching
Certification
- Apprentice Class 1 Commercial Drivers License With F Endnosssement
- EGSA Certification (Electrical Generator Systems Technician).
- WSCC Mine Supervisor Level II
- Journeyman Heavy Duty Technician
- CH-SM1 ID# NPO-O-08/25-1581 RECORD OF TRAINING (TSSA OIL BURNER TECHNICIAN)
- First Aid Certified
- Certified -Alberta Surface Mine Rescue 2012-
- Certified -Ice Water Rescue
- Certified- Advanced First Aid, WHIMIS, CPR, OSSA, CSTS
- Certified – Industrial Fall Arrest
LANGUAGES
English (Advanced)
German (Advanced)
Swahili (Advanced)
Arabic (Intermediate)
French (Working knowledge)
Timeline
Apprentice Heavy Combination Vehicle Operator: Class 1 with Airbrakes
Trans-Canada Driving School
04.2025 - 07.2025
Product Support Specialist /Technician
Gahcho Kue /De-Beers Diamond Mine NWT
01.2025 - 05.2025
Mobile Maintenance Supervisor
Agnico-Eagle Meadowbank Division
05.2024 - 04.2025
Heavy Duty Mechanic Team Lead
Baffinland Iron Ore Mine |Mary River Artic Mine
02.2023 - 02.2024
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Baffinland Iron Ore Mine |Mary River Arctic Mine
01.2022 - 02.2023
Mobile Service Technician
T&T Power Group
03.2020 - 01.2022
Electromechanical Power Generator Technician
Gal Power Systems
08.2018 - 08.2020
Quebec Mobile Service Technician and Resident Representative MST
Compact Power Inc
08.2016 - 07.2018
Service Technician
Theis KMC Minning Joint Venture
01.2014 - 07.2016
Heavy Equipment Operator -Open Pit Minning/Surface Minning (Operations and Production Dept)
Tans-Alta/Highvale Mine (Sundance)
10.2008 - 12.2014
Preventive Maintenance Technician (Service and Maintenance Department)
MBA - undefined
Makerere University Kampala
Bachelor Of Business - undefined
Waterford Institute of Technology WIT
BEng - Common Entry
Waterford Institute of Technology WIT
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