Superintendents are responsible for the oversight and management of mining projects as well as mine service activies.
Overview:
- Manage projects to modify or add facilities and infrastructure (ex. upgrading an air strip, building new accommodation, constructing a road, building new structures for the mill, opening up new sections of the mine, etc.)
- Plan projects (ex. develop full scale project work plans and proper documentation and records including scope of work, schedule, budgetary requirements, etc.)
- Develop and train personnel to achieve project outcomes
- Track and control projects to deliver them within their approved scope, quality, budget, and schedule
- Coordinate between maintenance, engineering, operations
- Develop and implement policies, standards and procedures as needed
- Manage physical construction
- Liaise with department manager to gain approvals and manage risk
- Evaluate project outcomes as established during the planning phase
Fixed Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (e.g. civil, mechanical, electrical, mine) or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in an engineering discipline, including supervisory experience
- Must be able to pass a medical test
- Must be able to pass a drug test
- Willingness to work in a diverse environment
- Proficiency in language of operation
May be Required
- Four to six years of experience in the mining sector
- Project Management Professional (PMP) training or certification a plus
- Knowledge of construction regulations, standards and protocols
Assets
- Project management experience that includes contracts and administration, procurement, materials control and project accounting
- Willingness to travel
- Other languages