Underground Mine Superintendent

Armitage Associates Executive Search; Municipality of Jasper; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Armitage Associates Executive Search is seeking a capable leader to oversee daily operations of an underground limestone quarry. Based 3 hours from Edmonton, this residential role includes relocation assistance and a competitive base salary with annual incentives.

You will manage a high-performing team, monitor production, and drive improvements while ensuring safety and environmental compliance in a challenging Alberta environment.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Experience optimizing production and efficiency in underground mine operations.
• Solid knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of an underground limestone quarry/mine.
• Lead and develop a high-performing operations team.
• Monitor production processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards; collaborate with maintenance for equipment reliability.

Skills

Leadership

Production optimization

Safety knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Our client is a global leader in the materials industry. In North America, they operate many locations across the United States and Canada, supported by a team of over 7000 employees dedicated to delivering quality and innovation.

Your Role

Located 3 hours outside of Edmonton, and an hour and a half from the town of Jasper, this role is a residential only role.Relocation expenses will be provided. As part of the operations team, the incumbent will be responsible for overseeing the everyday activities of an underground limestone quarry/mine, ensuring safe, efficient, and productive operations. This includes leading and developing a high-performing team, monitoring production processes, and driving continuous improvement to meet operational targets. You will also ensure strict adherence to environmental and safety standards while collaborating closely with maintenance teams to maintain equipment reliability.

What You Bring

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Demonstrated experience optimizing production and operational efficiency in an underground mine operation
• Solid knowledge of safety and environmental regulations
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• This position is based in an underground quarry setting
• Fly-in/fly-out arrangements are not available
• 10 hour days, Monday to Thursday
• Exposure to varying weather conditions and physically demanding tasks
• Mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Competitive base salary with participation in an annual incentive program
• Sign-on bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and wellness coverage
• Pension plan with automatic company contributions, matching options, and RRSP programs
• Ongoing training, professional development, and career advancement opportunities within a global organization