Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Kinross Gold Corporation; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation seeks a Mine Maintenance Supervisor for the Curlew mine site to lead safe and efficient fixed maintenance and electrical work. You will ensure equipment reliability, infrastructure integrity, and regulatory compliance while supporting production targets and a SafeGround culture.

You will supervise crews, plan maintenance activities, manage CMMS documentation, and mentor team members.

Qualifications

• HS diploma; trade cert preferred.
• 5–10+ years in underground mining maintenance with supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of underground fixed plant systems incl. dewatering, ventilation, mechanical infrastructure.
• Experience with HV/MV electrical systems, distribution, and safety practices.
• Familiarity with CMMS for planning and tracking maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise fixed maintenance and electrical crews safely and efficiently.
• Plan and assign daily/weekly maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with MSHA, safety policies, and stop-work authority.
• Oversee underground infrastructure maintenance incl. power systems and equipment.
• Lead shift turnover and coordinate with operations and planning.
• Review work orders in the CMMS (e.g., JDE) and ensure closure.
• Mentor team members and participate in incident investigations.

Skills

Leadership

CMMS

Electrical systems

Underground mining

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Supervisory

Education

High school diploma

Trade certification

Tools

JDE

Job description

The Mine Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading the safe and efficient execution of fixed maintenance and electrical work at the Curlew mine site. This role ensures equipment reliability, infrastructure integrity, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards while supporting production targets and fostering a strong SafeGround culture

Essential Functions

• Supervise and coordinate fixed maintenance and electrical crews to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with production priorities.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign daily and weekly maintenance activities, including preventive and corrective work.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with MSHA regulations, company policies, and SafeGround principles, including hazard identification, risk mitigation, and stop-work authority.
• Oversee maintenance of underground infrastructure including power distribution systems, substations, dewatering systems, ventilation components, and fixed mechanical equipment.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for complex mechanical, and high-voltage/medium-voltage electrical issues.
• Coordinate with Operations, Technical Services, and Planning teams to align maintenance activities with mine production schedules.
• Review and approve work orders, ensuring accurate documentation and closure in the CMMS (e.g., JDE).
• Lead shift turnover meetings, communicate priorities, and ensure continuity between crews.
• Monitor equipment performance and reliability, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions to reduce downtime.
• Support contractor management, ensuring work is completed safely and to required standards.
• Develop and mentor team members, supporting training, competency development, and performance management.
• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and ensure all work areas meet safety and environmental expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or GED required; trade certification in electrical or mechanical discipline preferred.
• 5–10+ years of experience in underground mining maintenance, including supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of underground fixed plant systems, including dewatering, ventilation, and mechanical infrastructure.
• Experience with high-voltage/medium-voltage electrical systems, distribution, and safety practices required.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems for planning and tracking maintenance activities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of MSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Valid driver’s license and authorized to work in the US.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Has a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.
• Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.
• Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect.
• Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization.
• Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.
• Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.
• Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.
• Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals. Models humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.
• Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value.
• Relentlessly champions, develops and embeds best practices.

Strategic Effectiveness — Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.

External Engagement — Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.

Business Focus — Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.

Living the Kinross Values — Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.