Site Supervisor (Coniston Q&C, ON)

Orica • French River, ON

1d • CA$84,000 - CA$115,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The objectives of this position is to manage the people, equipment and activities involved in obtaining, maintaining and servicing the business of Orica Canada Inc. along with providing customer relationship leadership to deliver sustainable revenue, delivery contractual products & services to customers through leadership of customer interactions on all accounts in charge for the designated site in a manner to ensure both a short and long term viable business in accordance with corporate and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Engineer or mine technician in appropriate field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years industry experience.
• Understanding of initiation systems and their application in advanced blasting solutions.
• Strong degree of professionalism and self motivation.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining customer service relationships in a market with significant growth opportunities.
• Ability to provide customer solutions matching Orica operational abilities and budgetary requirements.
• Ability to analyze/impact financial data utilizing SAP, and Resource Modeling.
• Organization, attentive to detail, time management and quality control.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of Federal, Provincial and other applicable regulations.
• Mechanical comprehension of operation/maintenance of equipment.
• Strong computer or base skills including Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, Outlook and Internet.
• Ability to interact effectively with people in varying situations.
• Must be located within one (1) hour drive of the site.

Responsibilities

• Champion Orica’s Safety Charter values and ensure full compliance. Report all incidents and maintain safe work practices at all times. Promote safe handling and use of Orica products across employees, customers, and regulators. Apply risk management processes to all operations. Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and encourage Take 5 practices. Manage SHE programs (JSERAs, emergency plans, waste, reporting, and compliance activities). Ensure PPE use, valid permits, and safe equipment conditions. Communicate and enforce Orica safety standards.
• Act as primary customer contact and ensure timely service delivery. Support account management and identify direct sales opportunities. Coordinate internal resources to meet customer needs. Investigate and resolve product complaints. Identify opportunities to enhance customer value and blasting systems.
• Support cost optimization and continuous improvement initiatives. Contribute to short- and long-term site planning.
• Recruit, train, and retain skilled employees. Conduct performance reviews and set objectives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational requirements. Manage training, documentation, and employee development. Maintain housekeeping, inventory control, and preventative maintenance. Plan staffing, budgets, and resource needs. Schedule daily operations and manage site activities. Support audits and implement corrective actions.
• Train and guide personnel on product use and safety. Provide feedback to management and support market strategies.
• Enhance service delivery while improving customer satisfaction. Maintain regular communication and identify service improvements.
• Promote best practices and new technologies. Identify opportunities to improve systems and deliver added customer value.

Benefits

• Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)
• Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree