Supervisor, Mine Operations Training

As this is a start-up position, the successful candidate must have hands on experience in best practice safety, mining, and maintenance methodologies to manage the activities involved in the assessment, design, delivery, implementation and evaluation of training and development programs for the Magino Mine.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting training & leading career development for the operators in the Mining department in collaboration with Mine Manager and Mining leadership team
• Lead the development of the training matrix and training programs in the Mining department
• Provide guidance to the leadership team on developing the team of operators at all levels.
• Develop SOPs and procedures to ensure clarity and transparency in progression of Operators.
• Develop the technical progression matrix for the Mining department.
• Ensure all employees working on site are duly authorized, appointed, and skilled.
• Ensure assigned equipment is operated and maintained to original equipment manufacturer specifications and industry best practices.
• Ensure employee training and legislative requirements are met.

• Maintain safety records, report writing and record keeping.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement initiatives of the department.
• A demonstrated personal commitment to safety is required - this is seen through work habits, one on one discussions, and throughout the workplace behaviours.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent, Safety Training

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 10 years’ experience operating heavy equipment in a heavy industrial/mining environment (preferably open pit mining) with minimum of 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Able to assess the following machinery/equipment: Cat end dumps, grader, drills, dozers, and shovels, and other mine ancillary equipment.
• Proven competency in training and assessment methods and techniques to Canadian Mining standards.
• Advanced skills using MS Office.
• Mine rescue experience is preferred.
• Superb interpersonal skills with a supportive, positive approach to training.
• Self-motivated, team player with a positive attitude, ability to give direction.
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, organizational and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills /ability to continually prioritize workload and respond to top priorities with a sense of urgency.
• Effective leadership and the ability to build a strong team culture.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• The role is located at the Magino Mine, in Dubreuilville, Ontario, Canada.
• The ideal candidate for the role will work a rotation of 7 days on/7 days off or 14 days on/ 14 days off (12 hour days)
• Able to work in close quarters with a dedicated team of professionals.
• Magino promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of building a new mine in Canada and to build a career with a positive and supporting work environment, submit your resume by clicking on Apply Now below.

Argonaut Gold is an equal opportunity employer, values diversity in its workforce, and encourages applications from qualified candidates. Wherever possible, accommodations are made for qualified applicants with self-declared disabilities. Argonaut Gold thanks all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The Company reserves the right to administer relevant tests to shortlisted candidates selected for interviews, in an effort to determine their suitability and the preparedness of those candidates to accept and perform in the role for which they have applied