Surface Mining Operations Lead

Jerritt Canyon; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jerritt Canyon is seeking a Surface Operations Supervisor responsible for overseeing daily surface mining activities to ensure safe and efficient production. The role involves supervising crews, coordinating equipment usage, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 5-10 years of mining operations experience, and familiarity with heavy mining equipment. This is an opportunity to lead a team and foster a strong safety culture in the workplace.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of mining operations experience.
• Prior supervisory or lead-hand experience in surface mining preferred.
• Experience with safety management systems and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily surface mining operations including drilling, blasting, and hauling.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Monitor performance and productivity metrics.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Knowledge of MSHA standards

Safety management

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork and communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor's degree in Geology, Mine Technology, Mining Engineering or related field

Tools

Haul trucks

Excavators

Bulldozers

Drills

Loaders

Graders

Job description

Jerritt Canyon is seeking a Surface Operations Supervisor responsible for overseeing daily surface mining activities to ensure safe and efficient production. The role involves supervising crews, coordinating equipment usage, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 5-10 years of mining operations experience, and familiarity with heavy mining equipment. This is an opportunity to lead a team and foster a strong safety culture in the workplace.