Superintendent, Training

Kinross Gold Corporation; Canada; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Fitness and Mental Health Reimb

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Registered Retirement Savings

400+ Hours Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Program

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life, AD&D, Disability Insurance

Training and Development Opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation in Red Lake, Ontario is seeking a Training Superintendent to lead the training function for mining, processing, and maintenance disciplines. You will set direction, build a skilled workforce, and deliver competency-based training across the project’s development and ramp-up.

The role emphasizes leadership, program design, and ensuring training aligns with site objectives. Salary ranges reflect experience, with a comprehensive total rewards package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a technical training role, including supervisory experience.
• Journeyperson trade certification, Common Core (surface and/or underground), or equivalent in equipment operation/mining/processing.
• Proficiency with LMS, training records administration, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of Ontario health and safety legislation and mining regulations.
• Train-the-Trainer, instructional design, or adult education certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to training professionals within the technical training function, managing short- to medium-term planning and coordination of the team’s work.
• Set priorities and performance objectives for the training team and hold members accountable for the timely, high-quality completion of training deliverables.
• Coach, develop, and motivate team members to achieve team objectives and continuously build their capability.
• Develop, prioritize, and execute the site technical training plan, aligning organizational and site plans with project milestones.
• Oversee the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of competency-based training programs and assessments for mining, processing, maintenance, and other technical disciplines.
• Contribute to departmental business and operational plans and training priorities for the operational readiness function.
• Apply industry and professional standards to training content, competency assessment, and record keeping—including contractor management on-site.
• Apply understanding of how training work contributes to operational readiness, partnering with leaders to close skills gaps.
• Identify and resolve functional and technical training problems, assess non-standard training requests, escalate complex issues to HR Manager.
• Influence and negotiate with stakeholders to secure participation, schedules, and resources.
• Forecast training resource needs and direct allocation of resources within the function.
• Maintain accurate training records, competency assessments, and compliance documentation, and report on training performance and metrics.
• Make decisions guided by policies and standards, with guidance from HR Manager.
• Champion a strong safety culture by embedding health, safety, and environmental standards into every training program.
• Ensure training drives improvements in workforce competency, safety, equipment reliability, and cost effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Technical training

Communication

Safety compliance

Adult education

Education

Journeyperson certification

Common Core (surface/underground)

Train-the-Trainer certification

Tools

Learning Management Systems

MS Office

Job description

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The Great Bear project is a development-stage asset located in the renowned and prolific Red Lake mining district, and represents one of the most exciting recent gold discoveries globally. The project has excellent potential to become a top-tier deposit that could support a large, long-life mine complex. Kinross’ comprehensive exploration and development program will aim to support the vision of a quality, high-grade, open-pit mine and a longer-term, sizeable underground mine.

Job Summary

The Training Superintendent leads the training function, and is accountable for the performance, priorities, and results of the training team to ensure training objectives are met within the operational readiness area. Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, the Superintendent applies functional and technical expertise to set direction, build a skilled and work-ready workforce, and deliver competency-based training across mining, processing, and maintenance disciplines. Work activities are typically performed by training advisors, and the role partners with operational and functional leaders to align training plans with site, and organizational objectives through the project’s development and ramp-up.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Leadership & Team Management

• Provide leadership and direction to training professionals within the technical training function, managing short- to medium-term planning and coordination of the team’s work.
• Set priorities and performance objectives for the training team and hold members accountable for the timely, high-quality completion of training deliverables.
• Coach, develop, and motivate team members to achieve team objectives and continuously build their capability.
• Develop, prioritize, and execute the site technical training plan, aligning organizational, and site operational plans with project milestones.
• Oversee the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of competency-based training programs and assessments for mining, processing, maintenance, and other technical disciplines.
• Contribute to departmental business and operational plans and training priorities for the operational readiness function.
• Apply industry and professional standards to training content, competency assessment, and record keeping—including contractor management on-site.

Operational Partnership & Problem Solving

• Apply an understanding of how the training team’s work contributes to and impacts overall operational readiness objectives, partnering with operational leaders to identify and close skills gaps.
• Identify and resolve functional and technical training problems, assess non-standard training requests, and escal​ate more complex, strategic issues to the Manager, Human Resources.
• Influence and negotiate with operational and functional stakeholders to secure participation, schedules, and resources, presenting moderately complex issues clearly.

Resourcing, Records & Decision Making

• Forecast training resource needs and direct the allocation of training resources—people, facilities, equipment, and materials—within the function to meet objectives.
• Maintain accurate training records, competency assessments, and compliance documentation, and report on training performance and metrics.
• Make decisions guided by company policies, the department plan, and industry/professional standards, receiving guidance and oversight from the Manager, Human Resources.

Health, Safety & Results

• Champion a strong safety culture by embedding health, safety, and environmental standards into every training program and delivery method.
• Ensure training drives measurable improvements in workforce competency, safety performance, equipment reliability, and operational and cost effectiveness.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• 5+ years in a technical training role, including experience in a Supervisory position is required
• Journeyperson trade certification, Common Core (surface and/or underground), or equivalent technical qualification in equipment operation, mining, or processing discipline is preferred
• Proficiency with learning management systems (LMS), training records administration, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of Ontario’s occupational health and safety legislation and mining regulations.
• Train-the-Trainer, instructional design, or adult education certification is preferred.

At Kinross, Great Bear, we are committed to Putting People First by fostering employee growth and development, celebrating achievements, and rewarding team success. Benefits offered for this position include:

• Annual Fitness and Mental Health Reimbursement
• Employee Share Purchase Plan, Registered Retirement Savings, and Registered Pension Plans
• 160 Hours of Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Disability Insurance
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Relocation assistance may be provided to eligible candidates on a case-by-case basis

Work Conditions

This position is based in Red Lake, Ontario. Local candidates, or those willing to relocate, with relocation assistance, will be given priority for this position. The schedule for this position is 5X2 or 7X7.

Compensation and Total Rewards

The base salary for the Training Superintendent is $160,000.00 to $175,000.00 + Short Term Incentive, + Long Term Incentive, + Group Benefit Coverage.

The hiring range reflects our targeted compensation framework for the role. The actual offer will be determined through a comprehensive evaluation of each candidate's experience, capabilities, and potential impact, along with consideration of internal equity, team structure, and benchmark market data for similar positions. In addition to base salary, Kinross offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employee well-being, performance, and long-term development.

Use of AI in Our Hiring Process

We use AI-enabled tools to help sort and review applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions, including who moves forward in the process, are made by a human.

Existing Vacancy

This job is for an existing vacancy.

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).