General Foreperson, Earthworks

Skeena Gold + SilverArea D (Iskut/Big Raven), BC
Onsite

About The Position

Skeena Gold + Silver is a Canadian mining company focused on revitalizing the Eskay Creek gold-silver mine in northwest British Columbia. As a General Foreperson, you will provide strong on-site leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of project activities. This role involves overseeing multiple Field Supervisors, lead hands, and subcontractors, driving a culture of safety and accountability. You will coordinate daily operations, manage resources, and maintain alignment with project schedules, budgets, and technical requirements, with a focus on proactive planning and problem-solving to ensure work is completed to design specifications and regulatory standards.

Requirements

  • Must possess BC Mine Shift Boss Ticket
  • Must possess First Aid Certification
  • Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
  • 15+ years in mining, civil construction, or large earthworks
  • 10+ years in supervisory roles, including managing multiple crews
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings
  • Budget awareness and cost control experience
  • Advanced knowledge of mine site operations and safety protocols
  • Detail oriented with excessive attention to detail
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Exhibits a high degree of responsibility for confidential matters
  • Effective team player willing to help wherever is needed
  • Strong interpersonal and reasoning skills, with proven problem-solving abilities
  • Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as with others

Responsibilities

  • Direct, supervise, and coordinate Field Supervisors, Lead Hands, and subcontractors to ensure efficient work execution.
  • Foster a strong safety culture and enforce compliance with mine site safety and environmental standards.
  • Conduct daily pre-shift meetings, hazard assessments, and ensure timely corrective actions.
  • Ensure tasks are completed in alignment with project schedules and contractual requirements.
  • Track and report on production quantities, resource allocation, and equipment usage.
  • Maintain awareness of project budgets, cost controls, and potential overruns.
  • Interpret drawings and specifications, ensuring crews execute work by design.
  • Oversee large-scale earthworks, tailings dam construction, and related civil works.
  • Ensure quality control standards are met across all phases of construction.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers and Engineers to resolve technical and logistical challenges.
  • Prepare and submit detailed daily and weekly progress reports on manpower, equipment, and material usage.
  • Communicate effectively with management, engineering teams, and client representatives.
  • Utilize digital tools for scheduling, reporting, and documentation.
  • Perform all other duties as reasonably assigned.

Benefits

  • Ground transportation will be provided from local communities to the Eskay Creek Site facilities.
  • Flight transportation from major urban centers will be provided to the Terrace or Smithers airports, from which shuttles will provide transportation to the Eskay Creek Camp facilities.
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