Superintendent, Safety- EN

IAMGOLD Corporation; Gogama; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Flexible Spending Power

Employee Assistance Program

Pension Plan with company match

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Tutoring for Employees’ Children

Job summary

IAMGOLD is actively seeking a Superintendent, Safety for the Côté Gold operation. The role reports to the Sustainability Manager and leads the implementation of the Safety Management System, championing a proactive safety culture across supervisors and frontline teams.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of related experience, with at least 5 years in leadership, and strong knowledge of Ontario mining regulations to guide operations responsibly and sustainably.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in a health and safety or mining-related field.
• Formal professional designation (CSRP) is an asset.
• Experience with Ontario mining regulations and authorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day safety management system operations.
• Translate safety strategy into actionable plans.
• Monitor performance, identify gaps, drive improvements.
• Coach frontline supervisors in safety delivery and inspections.
• Lead safety team, training, succession planning, and accountability.
• Oversee training, certification, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead site-wide safety initiatives with field presence and engagement.
• Support leaders on safety requirements and risk controls.
• Develop safety metrics, reports, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to reduce risk and improve efficiency.
• Align safety resources with priorities and budgeting.
• Oversee Contractor Management System and onboarding safety.
• Lead Incident Management, SMART recommendations and data integrity.

Skills

Health & Safety Regulations

Leadership

Stakeholder Communication

Risk Management

Education

Post-secondary degree in health and safety or mining

CSRP designation (asset)

Job description

IAMGOLD

We are IAMGOLD. Innovative, Accountable Mining.

IAMGOLD is a Canadian‑based gold mining company with operations and development projects across North America and West Africa. With flagship operations such as the Côté Gold Mine in Ontario—one of Canada’s largest and most technologically advanced gold mines—we’re not just mining gold; we’re shaping the future of mining.

We believe mining can be different. By combining innovation with a strong commitment to sustainability and accountability, we create lasting value for our people and the communities where we operate. At IAMGOLD, when we engage, empower, and support each other, we create extraordinary outcomes—delivering value for our people, partners, and stakeholders while building stronger, more resilient communities.

At Côté Gold, we’re leading the way in modern mining. With an 18+ year mine life, Côté Gold will inject C$5billion in wages into the economy and create lasting benefits for the region. Over 600 full‑time jobs and strong partnerships with Mattagami and Flying Post First Nations mean you’ll be part of something bigger—building prosperity and progress for generations. Industry leaders call us "a model for modern mining and sustainability", and you can help write the next chapter.

Check out the IAMGOLD Blog

Read about Côté Gold.

About The Role

We’re actively searching for a Superintendent, Safety at our Côté Gold operation, reporting to the Sustainability Manager. This role is responsible for the implementation of the Safety Management System and provides “hands‑on” safety leadership, actively supporting supervisors and frontline teams.

This position plays a vital role in advancing IAMGOLD’s purpose by fostering a strong safety culture, protecting employees and communities, and ensuring operations are conducted responsibly, sustainably, and in full compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of the site’s Safety Management System.
• Translate the safety strategy into operational plans, ensuring effective execution.
• Govern Safety Management System performance by monitoring implementation, identifying gaps, and driving continuous improvement across site safety processes.
• Coach and support front‑line supervisors and safety coordinators to consistently execute delivery of safety processes, including inspections, hazard identification, critical control verification, incident response, and corrective action follow‑up.
• Lead, develop, and manage a high‑performing safety team by setting clear expectations, building technical capability, supporting training and succession planning, and fostering an inclusive, accountable, and results‑driven environment.
• Manage safety programs and training initiatives, in collaboration with the Training department, ensuring quality delivery, proper certification, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Lead site‑wide safety activities through visible field presence, supervisor engagement, and consistent reinforcement of company standards, regulatory requirements, and safe work practices.
• Advise and support leaders, supervisors, and employees on safety requirements, safe work practices, regulatory expectations, and practical risk controls that enable effective frontline decision‑making.
• Develop and monitor safety performance metrics, reporting systems, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall safety performance.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to optimize safety performance, monitor KPIs, and implement strategies that reduce risk, improve efficiency, and support operational goals.
• Contribute to business planning, budgeting, and cost management by aligning safety resources, programs, and improvement initiatives to operational priorities and risk‑based decision‑making.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the Contractor Management System, ensuring contractor safety requirements are embedded in onboarding, field execution, performance monitoring, and corrective action follow‑up.
• Lead the Incident Management Program, drive approval and tracking of SMART recommendations and providing oversight of the incident management database to maintain data integrity and quality assurance.

Job Qualifications

Key Skills & Knowledge

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in a health and safety or mining related field.
• Formal professional designation (such as CSRP) in applicable area of expertise is considered an asset.
• Experience interacting with regulatory authorities and exceptional knowledge of mining‑related regulations in Ontario.

Relevant Experience

• A minimum of 8 years of related work experience with 5 or more years of leadership experience.

Skills & Strengths, We Value

• Excellent working knowledge of health and safety legislation, systems and processes.
• Subject matter expert on the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations, and other applicable legislation and regulations for mining in Ontario.
• Ability to lead, provide support, maintain accountability, resolve conflict while building positive relationships, and maintaining effective networks in a cross‑cultural environment
• Motivated self‑starter with complex problem‑solving ability. Must be collaborative with a solution‑focused approach.
• Robust knowledge of risk management, hazard identification, and critical control monitoring.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts and ideas in a clear and concise manner.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Extended health, dental, and insurance benefits for peace of mind.
• Flexible Spending Power – Health & Personal Spending Accounts to fit your evolving needs.
• Support When It Matters – Employee & Family Assistance Program for life’s challenges.
• Future‑Ready Savings – Registered Pension Plan with company match, plus TFSA & RRSP options.
• Shared Success – Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match—because we grow together.
• Teachers on Call Pilot – Tutoring for Children of Employees Grades 3-10.

The final offer is determined based on your individual skills, qualifications, and competencies and aligned with our commitment to internal equity.

We recognize that not everyone will meet every requirement listed, and that’s okay. If this role excites you and you believe you have relevant experience or transferable skills, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting growth and development.

We’re an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a workplace where every perspective sparks progress. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Need accommodation during the recruitment process? Just let us know, we’ll make it happen.

Mining. Redefined

We’re building a modern mining company driven by innovation, accountability, and a deep commitment to sustainability.

Please note that IAMGOLD does not use AI tools within our applicant tracking system to support the screening of applications.

Work Locations

06 - Cote Gold Mine Site

Job

Health, Safety and Sustainability

Organization

Cote Gold