Mine Rescue Lead

Vale•,

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Mine Rescue Lead to join our Health, Safety, and Risk (HSR) Department in Voisey’s Bay, Labrador, a fly-in fly-out operation. This is a permanent on-site position, working a 2 week on 2 week off rotation (day and night shift) at our remote Voisey’s Bay Mine Site. As a Mine Rescue Lead you will be responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of the mine rescue plan, acquisition and maintenance of supporting emergency response equipment, and recruitment, training and leadership of mine rescue team members to ensure that Voisey’s Bay Operations are adequately prepared for underground and surface emergency response and capable of protecting people, property and the environment. Your experience and skills will allow you to ensure that the mine rescue is adequately established and incorporated into the Crisis Management System, as well as ensure that the mine rescue structure, training and capabilities for the Voisey’s Bay underground mine expansion meets legislative requirements for the province of NL.

Requirements

A minimum of a college diploma in a related field is required.
A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role is required.
Leadership and facilitation experience.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and ability to work in a diverse and remote environment.

Nice To Haves

Mine Rescue or NFPA 1041 Instructor preferred.
First Aid Instructor as asset.
Incident command systems 100/200 an asset.
Confined Space, Technical Rope Rescue an asset.
Level 1 Firefighter or NFPA 1081 – if Mine Rescue certified an asset.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver training requirements and manage team schedule
Maintain mine rescue equipment to applicable legislative requirements
Monitor progress and coach team members through practical and theoretical training
Assist in auditing of mine emergency response plan and life safety systems
Review, update and maintain emergency response plans and systems
Support the management team on all aspects of the crisis management processes for the site (ie. EMQ Net Crisis Management System)
Assume the position of incident command in the event of an emergency situation on site

Benefits

Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan.
Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package.
Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, flex health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances).
Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental).
Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth.
Employee Family Assistance Program.
Virtual Healthcare online.
Online training and career development opportunities.
Chartered flights within Newfoundland & Labrador.
24/7 access to a fully stocked cafeteria with balanced meals prepared by our culinary team.
Access to recreational facilities and social activities (cardio/weight room, gymnasium, music room, movie theatre, etc.).
Accommodations are equipped with cable TV, internet, and unlimited long-distance calling.
All Personal Protective Equipment is provided upon hire. Employees are given a safety boot allowance and receive a 100% reimbursement for prescription safety glasses.