Underground Mine Operations Supervisor

Vale

20h•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking an Underground Operations Supervisor to join our Underground Operations team 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. As an Underground Mine Operations Supervisor, you are responsible to lead and coach the team’s performance through established processes and procedures to achieve assigned objectives. You will work to continuously improve the effectiveness of the team while maintaining a safe and positive working environment.

Requirements

High-school diploma or equivalent.
Underground Common Core (First Line Production Supervisor or Hard Rock Miner).
A minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in underground mining environment.
Ability to decipher and prioritize multiple tasks.
Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
Hold people accountable for working within boundaries of Vale’s policies and procedures.
Courage – demonstrate a reasonable trust in personal abilities.
Recognize, prioritize and understand the controls required to mitigate risks in the workplace.
Computer knowledge in MS Word and Excel.
Strong business and process knowledge.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of Mining Technologist program, or similar, is preferred.
Experience in an underground backfill operation is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Assign tasks to team members so that work is completed in a safe way
Use practical judgment, within limits set by the Mine Manager, to handle process and social problems effectively as they occur
Coach and guide team members to improve their skills and performance
Hold team accountable for safety, behavior, housekeeping, collaboration, and integrity
Work within budget, guidelines, and standards to execute Safety and Production Plans as established by the Superintendent or designate
Work collectively with peers and cross functionally with colleagues in engineering, geology, maintenance, and services to meet objectives of the operation
Request training in skills development where required and communicate needs to the Superintendent.

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 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.