Earthworks Supervisor
JDS Energy & Mining•Nunavut, Canada, NU
•Onsite
About The Position
The Earthworks Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating field execution of heavy civil and earthworks activities on mining and infrastructure projects. This role oversees grading, excavation, haulage, site preparation, and road construction, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements and site conditions.
Requirements
- Field Supervision & Coordination
- Contractor & Crew Oversight
- Operations & Productivity
- Safety & Compliance
- Quality & Environmental
- Equipment & Logistics
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate crews and operators performing excavation, grading, compaction, haulage, and site preparation activities
- Provide clear daily direction, prioritize tasks, and ensure efficient crew and equipment utilization
- Support training and mentoring of operators to maintain consistent performance and safety standards
- Oversee subcontracted crews, monitoring productivity, safety, and quality of work
- Ensure work aligns with scope, schedule, and project expectations
- Coordinate closely with other field personnel, survey, and project teams
- Track daily progress, quantities, and production against targets
- Assist with work planning, sequencing, and execution of earthworks activities
- Perform and support light mechanical work and preventative maintenance to reduce downtime
- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across crews
- Lead toolbox talks, FLHAs, and field-level safety activities
- Ensure compliance with site safety standards, environmental requirements, and operational procedures
- Ensure work is completed in line with project specifications and site requirements
- Support inspections, material placement, and compaction standards
- Maintain environmental best practices related to soil handling, drainage, and site conditions
- Coordinate daily use of heavy equipment including dozers, excavators, graders, and haul units
- Monitor equipment performance and support maintenance planning
- Assist with logistics in remote or challenging operating conditions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
