Manager, Mining Operational Readiness

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Greater Sudbury; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited is seeking a Manager to lead operational readiness initiatives for Ontario projects. You will oversee technical reviews with study and construction teams to align project goals with safety, environmental, and community commitments.

You will build and lead a team for the transition from construction to operations, coordinate permitting strategies, and support sites with mining operations and planning. Travel to project sites in Ontario is expected.

Qualifications

• Ten years plus experience in mining, with surface/underground exposure.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario and federal environmental regulations and permitting.
• Demonstrated leadership in large, multi-discipline projects.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites across Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Operational Team involved in technical reviews during studies and construction.
• Implement Readiness Plans for disciplines to ensure smooth construction-to-operations transition.
• Build and structure a team responsible for mining activities when a project is approved.
• Provide support to sites in mining operations and mine planning as needed.
• Support permitting activities for projects and assist in permitting strategies.
• Coordinate collection of required studies, information, and data from stakeholders.
• Monitor permitting schedules and manage project documentation and milestones.
• Prepare meeting agendas and record minutes; maintain project records.
• Participate in meetings, consultations, and community engagement on permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Provide continuity coverage for permitting activities during vacations or transitions.

Skills

Leadership

Readiness planning

Team building

Mining operations support

Permitting support

Stakeholder coordination

Schedule monitoring

Meeting administration

Stakeholder engagement

Continuity planning

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

WHAT DOES AGNICO EAGLE VALUE?

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

About Our Operation

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

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Your Next Challenge

Reporting to the Director, Ontario Operations, the Manager, you will lead operational readiness and preparedness initiatives for projects across the Ontario Region. You will represent the operation in technical and strategic discussions with Study and Construction Teams to ensure project expectations. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle's values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

• Lead the Operational Team that will be part of the technical reviews during the studying and construction phases;
• Implement the Readiness Plans for different disciplines to ensure a smooth transition from construction to operation;
• Build and structure the team that will be accountable to execute the mining activities (pre-stripping or underground development) when the project is approved and will be under construction;
• Offers additional support to the sites in the disciplines of mining operations (Open Pit and Underground) and mine planning when requested;
• Support permitting activities for the Hammond Reef Project and assist in the execution of permitting strategies;
• Coordinate the collection of required studies, technical information, and supporting data from internal and external stakeholders;
• Monitor permitting schedules and maintain tracking systems to ensure permit application and approval milestones are achieved;
• Prepare meeting agendas, record meeting minutes, and maintain project documentation and records;
• Participate in meetings, consultation sessions, and community engagement events related to permitting and regulatory compliance;
• Support business continuity by providing backup coverage for permitting activities during vacations, leaves, or workforce transitions.

What You Need To Succeed

• Minimum of 10 years in mining industry, with experience in Surface and/or Underground project constructions, commissioning and ramp-up phases;
• Strong knowledge of Ontario Provincial and Federal environmental legislation, regulations, and permitting processes;
• Search for the implementation of innovative technologies and other solutions;
• Build the readiness plans for the new projects;
• Lead and represent the operation team in technical reviews with study and construction teams;
• Excellent project coordination, organization, and time management skills;
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences and stakeholders;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced project environment;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint;
• Ability and willingness to travel periodically to project and operational sites.

Your Work Schedule

• Schedule: 40 hours per week;
• Occasional visits to site may also be required;
• Workplace: A combination of remote work and on-site work at one of our offices.