Development Supervisor, Mine Operations

Artemis Gold - Blackwater Project; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining development company is seeking a Development Supervisor for the Blackwater Mine in Canada. Responsibilities include overseeing drilling, blasting, and dewatering while ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have a valid BC Mine Supervisor Certificate and a minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in open pit mining. This role offers a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation and a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off and RRSP matching.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

RRSP Matching

Extended Health, Dental & Vision Care

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years open pit mining supervisory experience leading teams of over 30.
• Previous experience in operating various equipment preferred.
• Experience reading and interpreting mine plans.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective safety leadership by enforcing safety standards.
• Plan and control activities related to drilling, blasting and dewatering.
• Regularly inspect the mine for safety and production issues.

Skills

Effective safety leadership

Planning and organizing

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage resources

Education

Valid BC Mine Supervisor Certificate

Valid BC Shiftboss Certificate

Job description

Overview

Artemis Gold is a well‑financed, growth‑oriented gold development company with strong financials aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining friendly jurisdictions. The Company’s current focus is the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver. The first gold and silver pour at Blackwater was achieved in 2025 and commercial production was declared on May 1, 2025. Artemis Gold trades on TSX‑V under the symbol ARTG. For more information visit www.artemisgoldinc.com.

Reporting to the Mine Operations Superintendent, the Development Supervisor is responsible for safely achieving drilling, blasting and dewatering targets. Sharing resources, they will work together in parallel with the Mine Production Superintendent to safely achieve the drilling, blasting and dewatering deliverables.

Location: Blackwater Mine Site

Schedule: Two (2) Weeks On - Two (2) Weeks Off Rotation

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective safety leadership by addressing and enforcing BW Golds safety standards, procedures, and safety systems.
• Plan, organize and control activities related but not limited to Drilling, Blasting and Dewatering.
• Ensure that drilling, explosives loading and dewatering targets, schedules and priorities are achieved.
• Pro‑actively managing resources & reducing waste to keep costs as low as possible.
• Maintain safety and environmental systems consistent with business policies.
• Regularly tour and inspect the mine to identify and address any safety, production, personnel, equipment, or maintenance issues.
• Provide assistance in the recruitment process.
• Provide clear work objectives and expectations to the workforce.
• Confer with Human Resources to manage employee performance.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports.
• Complete all time entry, vacation request and scheduling for direct reports.
• Assist with supporting employees within the Employee Development Pathway and maintaining appropriate records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid BC Mine Supervisor Certificate required.
• Valid BC Shiftboss Certificate required.
• Minimum 5 years open pit mining supervisory experience leading teams of over 30.
• Previous experience in operating various equipment preferred.
• Experience reading and interpreting mine plans.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of mining procedures & Safe Work Instructions.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work at a remote location camp on a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation.
• Comfortable working and living in close quarters with the team.
• Ability to maintain high levels of performance over 12‑hour shift.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• RRSP Matching
• Extended Health, Dental & Vision Care
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programs

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, or any other basis protected by law. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples. Members of Indigenous communities should clearly identify their status on their resume.