Superintendent, Maintenance

SSR Mining Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SSR Mining Inc. is seeking a Superintendent for Maintenance Operations in Saskatoon, Canada. This role focuses on electrical and instrumentation systems within mining operations, managing day-to-day electrical services, and leading E&I teams. Candidates should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, with more than eight years of supervisory experience, preferably in the mining sector. The position offers a 4 days on, 3 days off schedule, requiring travel to remote locations for work. A strong emphasis on safety and adherence to regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Preferably experience in the mining industry.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of all electrical services.
• Manage and lead E&I teams and contractors.
• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs for electrical systems.
• Ensure adherence to electrical codes and mine safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

SAP knowledge

Education

Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Journeyperson certificate in Electrical

Job description

About Your New Role

Reporting to the Manager, Maintenance & Support Operations, the Superintendent, Maintenance Operations role emphasizes electrical and instrumentation systems while maintaining oversight of fixed plant mechanical activities during cross‑shift coverage. This role will be responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of all electrical services for the Surface and Underground Operations. The Superintendent will oversee all electrical and instrumentation activities within the mining operation, including planning, coordinating, and supervising installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, instrumentation, and automation equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of mining assets.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Provide cross‑shift coverage for mechanical maintenance planning and execution
• Manage and lead E&I teams, including electricians, instrument technicians, and contractors
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for electrical and instrumentation systems
• Oversee the day‑to‑day operations for the electrical & fixed plant departments
• Make recommendations to improve efficiency and work methods
• Actively participate in employee training
• Establish time and cost estimates for the electrical department
• Responsible for all winter road electrical requirements
• Provide technical guidance and assistance concerning work methods and use of equipment for employees
• Maintain computerized information systems while continuously seeking ways to develop these systems
• Forecast and budget for the maintenance department with specific responsibility for the electrical budget
• Maintain inventory criticality and continuously seek areas for improvement
• Drive root cause analysis for failures and implement corrective actions
• Maintain electrical department records and ensure they remain current
• Ensure adherence to electrical codes, instrumentation standards, and mine safety regulations
• Ensure electrical systems are continuously up‑to‑date and adhere to the highest safety standards
• Work with contractors regularly to ensure all electrical equipment is up to code
• Complete line drawings and update schematics as needed
• Generate reports on equipment performance, downtime, and maintenance KPIs
• Identify opportunities for energy efficiency, automation and reliability improvements
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department

Your Knowledge And Skills

• Strong leadership, management, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Capability to work in a fast‑paced, rapidly changing environment
• Display utmost professionalism, discretion and hold confidential information
• Positive and proactive safety attitude is essential
• Ability to work in remote and challenging environments
• SAP knowledge is an asset

Your Education And Experience

The successful candidate will have:

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or related field. Journeyperson certificate in Electrical will be considered.
• Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in a supervisory capacity
• Preferably experience in the mining industry
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered

About Our Working Conditions

This position has a schedule of 4 days on, 3 days off at our remote camp which you will be required to fly in/out with pick‑up points in Saskatoon, Prince Albert and La Ronge.

Our Stipulations

This job posting complies with all company standards, policies and procedures pertaining to appropriate conduct for employees, including the Code of Conduct. Our Respect in the Workplace policy, Safety, Health & Environment policies, and any other applicable standards, policies and procedures are implemented and/or revised by the company or by legislation. The job description is an outline of the key requirements and responsibilities for this role but is not an exhaustive list. Nothing restricts management’s right to assign or re‑assign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Drug (including marijuana) and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all positions. Applicants who have recently used marijuana recreationally may not pass a substance test as marijuana can remain in the user’s system for as many as 30 days after use.

SSR Mining Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Employment Equity

At SSR Mining – Seabee Gold Operation, we are dedicated to developing a talented and diverse workforce that reflects the communities where we operate. We actively promote employment equity and invite applicants to voluntarily indicate if they belong to a designated group during the hiring process. Employment equity is not about quotas or hiring individuals who are not qualified. Rather, it aims to broaden the pool of qualified candidates—including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and individuals with disabilities—and to eliminate barriers that may hinder their full participation in the workforce.

Women

This describes a person who self‑identifies as a woman. The definition recognizes that gender is a self‑identification that does not necessarily match the sex of an individual.

Aboriginal People

As per the definition contained in the Canadian Employment Equity Act, Aboriginal Peoples refers to persons who are Indian, Inuit or Métis.

Persons With Disabilities

• Blindness or visual impairment (unable to see or having difficulty seeing, glaucoma; however, this does not include persons who can see well with glasses or contact lenses)
• Coordination or dexterity impairment (difficulty using hands or arms, for example, grasping or handling tools or using a keyboard)
• Deafness or hearing impairment (unable to hear or having difficulty hearing)
• Mobility impairment (difficulty moving around, walking long distances or difficulty moving using stairs)
• Speech impairment (unable to speak or difficulty speaking and being understood)
• Other disabilities (e.g., learning disabilities, developmental disabilities and all other types of disabilities)

Members Of Visible Minorities

• Non‑white Latin American (including Indigenous people from Central and South America)
• Black
• East Asian (e.g., Chinese, Japanese, Korean)
• South Asian/East Indian (e.g., Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, or East Indian from Guyana, Trinidad or East Africa)
• Southeast Asian (e.g., Burmese, Cambodian, Filipino, Lahu, Thai, Vietnamese)
• Non‑white West Asian, North African or Arab (e.g., Iranian, Lebanese, Egyptian, Libyan)
• People of mixed origin (e.g., with one parent member of a visible minority group)

The information you are asked to provide is essential for Seabee Gold Operation to comply with the requirements of the Federal Contractors Legislation, and in helping Seabee Gold Operation identify and address workplace barriers by developing employment equity programs and policies. Although participation in completing this survey is voluntary, it is important for us to obtain the most accurate representation of our current workforce. The information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used to compile an overview of Seabee Gold Operation’s workforce for government compliance purposes. In addition, the summarized results will be used to determine the distribution of designated group members in our workforce, analyze the current results, and track future progress in achieving a representative workforce. This information will not be placed in your employee files.