Operations Manager

St-Amour & Associates, Senc.; Quebec; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking an Operations Superintendent to manage mining activities effectively under the direction of the Mine Director. The role involves planning, ensuring safety, achieving production targets, and optimizing resources, all while fostering a strong health and safety culture within the workforce.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the mining industry.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead underground operations teams and promote safety.
• Develop and implement production plans.
• Manage mining operations budget and monitor costs.

Skills

Mining management

Planning software

Education

Degree in Mining Engineering

Degree in Geology

Related field

Job description

Salary :

Activity area : Construction and engineering, Industrial and manufacturing

Post category : Production and engineering

We’re Looking for an Operations Superintendent

Under the supervision of the Mine Director, the Operations Superintendent is responsible for the overall management of mining activities. This includes planning, ensuring the safe execution of operations, and achieving production targets, all while respecting budgets and deadlines. The role involves close collaboration with all departments to ensure optimal, safe, and efficient underground operations.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead underground operations teams, ensuring detailed planning and safe execution of all activities
• Promote a strong health and safety culture within the workforce
• Develop and implement short-, medium-, and long-term production plans
• Optimize the use of human, material, and equipment resources
• Ensure seamless integration of technical services with mining operations
• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions
• Manage the mining operations budget and monitor operational costs
• Identify opportunities for improving operational efficiency
• Prepare operational and financial reports for senior management
• Supervise, train, and evaluate team members
• Actively contribute to the recruitment and onboarding of technical and operational staff
• Coordinate special projects and development initiatives
• Maintain clear and effective communication across departments
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives and adopt industry best practices
• Leverage new technologies to enhance operational efficiency
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and procedures
• Conduct performance evaluations and support skill development
• Assist with problem-solving and the implementation of lasting solutions

Skills and qualifications :

• Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the mining industry, including at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Proficiency in mining management and planning software

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