Shutdown Planner, Mill Maintenance

Iamgold Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mill Shutdown Planner to enhance maintenance processes and ensure operational excellence at their Côté Gold project. This role is pivotal in developing and implementing maintenance plans, coordinating with various teams, and ensuring safety and sustainability during shutdowns. With a commitment to responsible mining practices and community support, this innovative firm offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will significantly impact project success. Join a team that values empowerment and continuous improvement, and be part of a journey towards excellence in the mining industry.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Bonus

Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefits

Health Spending Account

Fitness & Wellness Subsidy

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Registered Pension Plan with Company Match

Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match

Electric Vehicle Subsidy

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of planning experience in processing plant and asset management.
• Proficient in CMMS with knowledge of maintenance systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate maintenance plans for shutdown opportunities.
• Facilitate communication between production, maintenance, and technical services.

Skills

Planning Experience

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

College Diploma or University Degree in Maintenance Field

Maintenance Certification (CMRP, MMP, CRE)

Trades Certificate

Tools

eAM or Similar CMMS

MS Project

Job description

Job Description - Shutdown Planner, Mill Maintenance (14485)

Improve the processes of today
Define the best practices of tomorrow

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.

Shutdown Planner, Mill Maintenance

Reporting to the Mill Senior Planner, the Mill Shutdown Planner will be responsible for developing, implementing, coordinating, and overseeing the maintenance plans and schedules for the Cote Gold project’s shutdown opportunities. The incumbent will incorporate fixed asset strategies and enhance planning processes to improve service quality, data accuracy, efficiency, and workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

1. Facilitate Shutdown Maintenance:

• Plan and release work orders (task lists, SOPs, permits, resourcing, materials, tools, equipment, costs, preliminary work, scheduling dates).
• Prepare shutdown project work packages that include the proper identification of shutdown scope and coordinate to determine important shutdown schedule milestones.
• Maintain a healthy fixed plant maintenance shutdown backlog with ready-to-schedule work on critical equipment.
• Address any associated planning issues, such as operational requirements, parts availability, equipment deficiencies, inadequate work procedures, and data accuracy.
• Seek ways to improve work package requirements and minimize costs without sacrificing safety or quality.
• Lead fixed plant maintenance shutdown preparation, shutdown update, and shutdown review meetings.

Operational excellence:

• Comply with established IAMGOLD asset management process and quality standards.
• Comply with all safe work practices, policies, and processes.
• Offer new approaches, methods, or policies to optimize performance and ensure compliance with industry regulations and organizational standards.
• Seek inefficiencies or problems by being proactive and solution-driven to implement operational improvements in the maintenance planning department and ensure they are shared with others.
• Contribute to the development and revision of policies and procedures for the mill planning & scheduling department.
• Commit to continuous learning and improvement to enhance skills as a Mill Shutdown Planner.
• Work collaboratively to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Consider risk along the five dimensions (throughput, time, quality, sustainability, and cost).

Work collaboratively with others to deliver on effective shutdown maintenance:

• Coordinate with reliability and engineering personnel for the development of maintenance strategies for critical equipment.
• Liaise with technical departments to minimize shutdown delays.
• Provide and act as a communication link between production, maintenance, and technical services before and during shutdown opportunities.
• Understand production plans and mill maintenance activities and collaborate closely with other shift supervisors, engineers, and maintenance personnel in preparing and coordinating shutdown maintenance activities.
• Work, share and exchange with supervisors, mechanics, and other members of the maintenance team.
• Communicate with maintenance trades, engineers, and supervisors to ensure timely feedback is provided, received, and implemented.
• Facilitate outsourced maintenance repair requests with field employees and management.
• Communicate and coordinate with supply chain partners to ensure efficient collaboration between both departments so that items arrive as scheduled.
• Communicate clearly and effectively using the tools provided.
• Continuous improvement: ensure deficiencies are communicated to the appropriate team members for follow-up.

Safety & Sustainability Expectations

• Work in compliance with company policies, the Act, and applicable regulations.
• Use and wear the equipment, protective devices, or clothing required to safely perform their work.
• Report any absence of or defect in equipment or protective devices.
• Report any contravention of company policies, the Act, and applicable regulations.

Scope of Responsibility & Complexity

• Works independently under general direction.
• Outcomes are reviewed in terms of adherence to general policies, accuracy of methods, and general efficiency.
• May direct the work of a support or technical work unit.
• Work has a significant impact on the responsiveness of support, speed, or effectiveness of decision-making.
• Work is performed under general direction according to set parameters, established methodologies, and practices.
• Problem resolution involves using judgment to select and interpret information and handle deviations from standard methods and practices.
• Assistance for unusual situations is provided.
• Work is complex and involves non-routine and advanced technical assignments.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements and Nice To Haves

• College diplomas or university degrees in a related maintenance field.
• A maintenance certification such as Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (CMRP), Maintenance Management Professional (MMP), or Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) is a strong asset.
• May accept candidates possessing a trades certificate in a related field of expertise with relevant experience.

Work experience - Nature & Length

• A minimum of 5-7 years of planning experience with processing plant and asset management.
• At least 5 years of proven experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (eAM or similar), with in-depth knowledge of eAM data definition.
• Knowledge of shutdown schedule planning, maintenance systems, and processes.
• Experience in CMMS implementation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of Products – Word, Project, Excel, Teams & Power Point.
• MS Project high or expert level.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and empower multi-disciplinary teams.
• Highly organized with great attention to detail.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, showing initiative and creativity.
• Good time management and interpersonal skills.
• Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Proven communication skills - verbal, written, and non-verbal.
• Understand efficient drivers in a mining operation.
• Self-motivated individual who is driven to find solutions and strives for improvement in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to make effective, intuitive decisions under pressure.
• Ability to prepare accurate records and reports.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems.
• Knowledge of relevant local legislation.
• Familiarity with Occupational Health and Safety Programs.

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

I AMGOLD is a leading mid-tier gold producer and developer based in Canada, with operating mines in North America and West 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.

At IAMGOLD we believe that by engaging, empowering, and supporting each other, we can achieve extraordinary performance. Our core values guide us; we are driven to excellence in everything we do, we are accountable and operate with transparency, we conduct ourselves with respect and embrace diversity, we grow with teamwork, learning, and innovation.

IAMGOLD is proud to be recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index.

Primary Location

Canada

Work Locations

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

Job

Operations

Organization

Cote Gold