Manager, Mining Operational Readiness

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Timmins; Hybrid; CAD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited in Ontario seeks a Manager, Mining Operational Readiness to lead the readiness initiatives across projects, from study to construction, ensuring safe handover to operations and alignment with safety and environmental standards.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage permits and regulatory engagement, and travel to sites as needed while preserving the company's values and community commitments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in mining, with surface/underground project construction, commissioning and ramp-up experience.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario environmental legislation, regulations, and permitting processes.
• Willingness to travel periodically to project and operational sites.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead the Operational Team for technical reviews during study and construction phases.
• Implement Readiness Plans for disciplines to ensure smooth construction-to-operation handover.
• Build and structure a team to execute mining activities (pre-stripping/underground) when approved.
• Support sites in mining operations and mine planning when requested.
• Coordinate required studies and data from internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor permitting schedules and track milestones for applications and approvals.
• Prepare meeting agendas/minutes and maintain project documentation.
• Engage with stakeholders and communities on permitting and regulatory compliance.
• Provide backup coverage for permitting activities during vacations or transitions.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Technical writing

Time management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description - Manager, Mining Operational Readiness (ONT00105)

Manager, Mining Operational Readiness ONT00105 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.

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 strategicdiscussions 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.

Compensation Statement

No pay range is disclosed, as the compensation range exceeds $200,000.