Underground Supervisor - Hoyle Pond

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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. 

Located in and around the City of Timmins, Ontario, Porcupine has two underground and one open pit mines. A continuous operation for over 100 years that provides a great work-life balance. Employees from diverse backgrounds are empowered through engagement, involvement, and growth opportunities in the workplace.

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

Timmins, ON

Underground

Dimensions

This position is responsible to provide direction, assign workloads, monitor progress and assess performance. 

Purpose

Responsible for the supervision of underground crews which may include development, longhole, construction and material movement services depending on the assigned business unit. This position will coordinate and ensure production targets are met as forecast, within budget and safety parameters. Actively promote a healthy and safe work environment and ensure that the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Government Acts and Regulations and company policies and procedures are adhered to. 

Safety & Sustainability Expectations

• Ensure the underground mine operates according to company, federal, provincial and municipal standards.
• Promote, communicate and follow Fatality Risk Management policies at all time. Inspect work areas, identify risks and hazards and ensure corrective measures are taken.
• Ensure accurate reporting and investigation of accidents and incidents.
• Complete mandatory weekly and monthly job tasks.
• Practice and promote the Internal Responsibility System.
• Ensure that underground employees are receiving training / accreditation on the jobs they are expected to perform or equipment they are expected to operate.
• Promote and adhere to Porcupine’s Environmental and Sustainability policies. 
• Ensure all Federal and Provincial legislative requirements are met.
   

Safety & Sustainability 

• Directly responsible for the health and safety of direct reports.
• Conduct workplace inspections, identify risks and hazards and take corrective measures.
• Practice and promote the 5-Point Safety System on a daily basis.
• Conduct Safety Meeting monthly and weekly   Spot Job Observations
• Practice and promote the Safety Programs in conjunction with the IRS.
• Ensure the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Government Acts and Regulations and Company policies and procedures are adhered to.

Production

• Frontline supervision of hourly crews underground.
• Coordinate and ensure production targets are met as forecast, within budget and safety parameters.
• Ensure the crews have the training, tools, and equipment in place to perform the work safely and efficiently.
• Assist in forecasting the production and development targets for the workplaces.
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures as required by the underground.
• Work with engineering and assist in the planning and design of workplaces.
• Assist in planning and implementation of support projects.
• Complete all time entry and vacation requests and scheduling.

Strategic Planning 

• Ensure crews receive training / accreditation in the jobs they are expected to perform or equipment they are expected to operate.
• Provide coaching, hold to account and evaluate hourly employees.
• Conduct job observations and provide employees with feedback on their performance.
• Provide clear expectations of the production levels expected.

Training & Experience

• Minimum secondary school diploma, post secondary education in mining preferred, along with five (5) years’ of underground mining experience.
• Accreditation in the Underground Supervisory Common Core.
• Good understanding and working knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and regulations for Mines & Mining Plants, Underground mine rescue techniques, WHIMS and Loss Control Principles.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with training programs, IRS, and Corporation’s Safety Program.
• Proven track record in personal safety and housekeeping practices
• Work well in a team atmosphere.
• Computer skills to complete time entry, centric, work orders, materials management.
• Familiarity with the JH&SC and Safety and Loss Control.

Working Conditions

This is a site based position located in Timmins, ON

The schedule is 5x5x4

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!

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