Autonomous Command Pit Controller

Iamgold Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian gold producer seeks an Autonomous Command Pit Controller for its Côté Gold project. The role involves ensuring efficient pit operations, troubleshooting autonomous equipment, and collaborating with teams to improve operational reliability, all while upholding the highest safety standards.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Bonus

Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefits

Fitness & Wellness Subsidy

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Electric Vehicle Subsidy

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in open pit mining or autonomous operations.
• Previous exposure to Autonomous Mining Systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operations team to ensure safe and productive operations.
• Troubleshoot autonomous equipment and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Monitor field operations to meet key performance indicators.

Skills

Advanced computer literacy

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Sound knowledge of open pit mining fundamentals

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

College diplomas or university degrees in mine engineering, robotics, or autonomous systems

Job description

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Job Description - Autonomous Command Pit Controller (14852)

Job Description

Autonomous Command Pit Controller - ( 14852 )

Description

At Côté Gold, we focus on what we contribute, not just what we extract. We believe that in order for prosperity to be sustained, it must be shared, it must support the well-being of our employees and our communities, and it must be achieved with minimal impact to the environment.

Côté Gold is being developed in partnership with the Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation and Métis Nation of Ontario, Region 3.

The open-pit gold mine is a joint venture between IAMGOLD and Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd. and is operated by IAMGOLD. We are located near Gogama, Ontario, with access to stable infrastructure and strong connections with our local communities.

IAMGOLD is committed to treating all people in a way that respects their dignity and independence. Should you require any support or accommodation during the recruitment process or otherwise, please notify us when you apply and we will work to meet your accessibility needs.

Autonomous Command Pit Controller

The Autonomous Command Pit Controller is responsible for coordinating all field aspects of Autonomous Operations Reliability. Advises the control centre on operational changes that should be made to optimize the autonomous operations as well as the individual truck operations within the mine.

Key Responsibilities

Area 1:

Pit operations efficiency.

• Coordinate and direct operations team members to ensure safe and production operations.
• Perform regular survey and validation activities of the Autonomous Operating Zone (AOZ)
• Conduct pit inspections and area surveys.
• Conduct field interactions and incident investigations. Create safe zones for others to work.
• Ensure all Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) activities are carried out in compliance with regulations and mine guidelines.
• Identify truck behaviors that requires maintenance or optimization and inform appropriate personnel.
• Interact with the AHS system as needed for manual interventions.

Area 2:

Safe and reliable equipment operation and troubleshooting.

• Troubleshoot autonomous equipment, run recovery scripts and manually reset equipment as required.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and used in accordance with company health and safety standards.
• Responsible for ensuring system configuration is optimal for Autonomous Mine Truck (AMT) performance.
• Responsible for truck recovery and intervention.
• Responsible for investigating any occurrences that cause AMTs to stop.
• Accurate completion of documentation and data entry where necessary.
• Monitor field operations and truck performance to ensure key performance indicators are met
• Identify faults and troubleshoot equipment as required.
• Responsible for ensuring the truck is available in the correct mode as required.

Area 3:

Improve autonomous operations reliability.

• Commit to continuous learning and improvement.
• Continually seek to improve your team's skill set.
• Watch for inefficiencies or problems.
• Ensure problems and inefficiencies are shared with others.
• Work collaboratively to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Consider risk along the five dimensions (throughput, time, quality, sustainability and cost).

Area 4:

Work collaboratively with others to deliver operational reliability.

• Coordinate with other team members on site to meet shift deliverables.
• Mentor and train new team members.
• Participate in and lend your expertise to the team.
• Communicate clearly and effectively using the tools provided.
• Ensure equipment logs and shift logs are accurate and complete.
• Ensure any deficiencies are communicated to the appropriate team members for follow up.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver on our commitment to our team, our communities, the environment, and our shareholders.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements and Nice To Haves

Minimum Qualifications, Formal Education, Certifications or Equivalents

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• College diplomas or university degrees in a related field such as mine engineering, robotics, or autonomous systems is considered an asset.

Work Experience – Nature & Length

• 5 or more years of experience in an open pit mining environment or autonomous operations environment.
• Previous exposure to Autonomous Mining Systems is highly desirable, but not essential.

Additional Qualifications – Competency Requirements

• Advanced computer literacy.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Sound knowledge of open pit mining fundamentals and autonomous mining operations.

What We Offer

IAMGOLD believes in rewarding outstanding performance with an equally outstanding total rewards package. Our attractive offerings include:

● Competitive Salary and Bonus ● Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage● Health Spending Account ● Fitness & Wellness Subsidy● Employee & Family Assistance Program● Registered Pension Plan with Company Match ● Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match ● TFSA & RRSP ● Electric Vehicle Subsidy

Empowering People – Extraordinary Performance

IAMGOLD is a leading mid-tier Canadian gold producer with operating gold mines on three continents. We are in growth-mode, with a robust pipeline of development and exploration projects in Canada, South America and Africa. Throughout our 30 year history, we have demonstrated our commitment to responsible and sustainable mining practices, and our Zero Harm commitment ensures that we continually strive to reach the highest standards in human health and safety, minimize our impact on the environment and support the development of the local communities in which we proudly operate. IAMGOLD was recently recognized by the Corporate Knights magazine on its Top 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada list.

Primary Location

Primary Location

: Canada

Work Locations

Work Locations

: 06 - Cote Gold Mine Site IAMGOLD Corp, Côté Gold Division 3 Mesomikenda Lake RdPO Box 100 Gogama P0M 1W0

Job

Job

: Operations

Organization

Organization

: Cote Gold

Job Posting

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