Superviseur(e) mécanique / Mechanical Supervisor

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Lebel-sur-Quévillon; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gold Fields invites a mechanical supervisor to lead maintenance and repairs for surface and underground equipment in a premier Québec project. You will drive preventive maintenance, coordinate with suppliers, and uphold safety and environmental standards.

The role requires leadership, strong problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while communicating across English-speaking teams. A DEC/DEP in mechanics or equivalent, plus mining experience, are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold a college diploma (DEC) in mechanics or an equivalent technical degree, or a vocational diploma (DEP) in mechanics or electromechanics, or have relevant experience in mechanics (5–10 years of experience).
• Experience supervising mobile mechanics (minimum of 5 years of experience).
• Bilingualism (will need to communicate with English-speaking workers) (an asset).
• Hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license; explosives license; mining modules 1–7 completed.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on surface and underground equipment;
• Participate in troubleshooting to improve equipment and maintenance operations;
• Follow up on repairs to mobile and fixed equipment;
• Assist in optimizing preventive maintenance schedules;
• Ensure maximum availability of the mobile equipment fleet within budgets;
• Facilitate communication between departments and suppliers;
• Participate in daily pre-shift meetings and project meetings;
• Document instructions (installation, troubleshooting);
• Install new equipment and integrate into preventive maintenance plan;
• Ensure safety policies and environmental rules are followed;
• Supervise subcontractors’ work related to maintenance;
• Support the maintenance planner in operations and improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Initiative

Team player

Continuous improvement

Education

College diploma in mechanics or equivalent

Vocational diploma in mechanics/electromechanics

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Windfall Project, owned by Gold Fields, is located in northern Québec. By joining our passionate team, committed to creating lasting value beyond mining, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the construction and startup of a world‑class mining project, one of the most ambitious in recent decades.

Gold Fields is a globally diversified gold producer with operations in Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Peru, Canada and Chile. At Gold Fields, we are committed to achieving an inclusive workforce and recognize that the diverse talent of our people will ultimately determine our growth, performance and success.

This is a role that offers you the opportunity to lead high‑impact initiatives, collaborate with experts, and contribute to our growth in Québec. You will thrive in a dynamic environment where challenges and an exceptional workplace will support your professional growth.

Join the Windfall adventure!

Duties and responsibilities

• Perform repairs on surface and underground equipment;
• Participate in troubleshooting to improve equipment and maintenance operations;
• Follow up on repairs to mobile equipment and certain fixed equipment;
• Assist in optimizing preventive maintenance schedules based on equipment availability and validate the effectiveness of modifications and maintenance performed;
• Ensure maximum availability of the mobile equipment fleet while adhering to budgets set by management;
• Facilitate communication between departments and equipment suppliers;
• Participate in daily pre‑shift meetings;
• Participate in various project‑related meetings (clients, suppliers, contractors);
• Document various instructions (installation, troubleshooting, etc.);
• Participate in the installation of new equipment and its integration into the preventive maintenance plan;
• Ensure the prevention and safety of various mobile equipment and enforce guidelines and procedures;
• Diagnose technical issues and make necessary recommendations;
• Supervise subcontractors’ work related to technical maintenance;
• Support the maintenance planner in the operation, management, and improvement of the preventive maintenance program;
• Comply at all times with occupational health and safety and environmental policies and rules, and ensure that staff adhere to these rules;
• Perform any other duties related to the position of mechanical supervisor that are relevant to the success of the project.

Required qualifications

• Hold a college diploma (DEC) in mechanics or an equivalent technical degree, or a vocational diploma (DEP) in mechanics or electromechanics, or have relevant experience in mechanics (5–10 years of experience);
• Experience supervising mobile mechanics (minimum of 5 years of experience);
• Bilingualism (will need to communicate with English‑speaking workers) (an asset).
• Hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license;
• Hold an explosives license;
• Have successfully completed mining modules 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7.

Technical skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Outlook, etc.);
• Understanding of continuous improvement and project management principles;
• Knowledge of mining equipment technology;
• Ability to apply maintenance and planning techniques;
• Ability to use various maintenance‑related software, e.g., SAP (a plus).

Basic skills

• Demonstrate leadership;
• Strong problem‑solving skills;
• Strong communication skills;
• Be focused on continuous improvement;
• Be an excellent team player, demonstrating tact and political acumen;
• Have strong organizational skills and the ability to identify priorities;
• Be self‑reliant, take initiative, and be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
• Be thorough and demonstrate ethics and integrity.

Please note that the masculine form used in this document refers to both men and women. The masculine gender is used without discrimination and for the sole purpose of lightening the text.

In accordance with the terms of the Act to modernize legislative provisions respecting the protection of personal information (commonly referred to as “Law 25”), Windfall Mining Group undertakes to use your contact information (telephone numbers, e‑mail and mailing addresses) solely for the purpose of informing you of the status of your application and notifying you of the next steps in the process.

If necessary, Gold Fields Windfall may communicate your personal information to a third party, in order to pursue your recruitment file, within the limits permitted by law and subject to a confidentiality undertaking by the third party.