Underground Mine Superintendent

Underground Mine Superintendent

West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. (TSXV: WRLG; OTCQB: WRLGF) is a publicly traded mineral exploration company focused on discovering new gold mines in the Red Lake Gold District of Northwest Ontario, Canada. Be a part of the initial team to grow and operate a regionally significant new underground mine development that is rapidly becoming the future of the iconic Red Lake gold mining district in Ontario, Canada.

Reporting to the Underground Mining Manager the successful candidate will work on a 5 days
on 2 days, 4 days on 3 days off schedule and is responsible for the safe, efficient operation of the mine and supervises the mining operation team. The Underground Mine Superintendent will inspire the mining team to create a safe, motivated and productive environment which leads to innovative continuous improvement. This position will lead in safety and achievement in production targets.
 

The focus of this role will include: 

Ensures underground mining activities are conducted in accordance with the Occupational 
Health and Safety Act (Ontario) and Regulations and environmental standards

Complies with all safety requirements and observes all company policies and procedures

Assists with the development of production targets and ensures production targets are met or exceeded

Maintains effective working relationships with Contractors, Suppliers and Service Providers, and ensures adherence to contractual requirements

 Develops a sense of continuous improvement, ensures appropriate training programs are 
conducted and followed

Interfaces with other members of the Management team

Reviews mining methods

Leads direct manpower to achieve planned results

Ensuring mining activities fall within budgeted costs

Other duties as assigned, which may change over the course of the project  

Skills and Experience: 

A minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in an underground mine. 

Supervisory common core considered an asset

Strong leadership and team building skills to develop and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse workforce 

Experience in budgeting and cost tracking methods considered an asset

Contractor management experience considered an asset

Instills a “team” approach in working with other operating departments 

Must have a valid driver’s license. 

Good problem solving and decision making skills as well as superior written and oral communication skills 

Ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment with the utmost professionalism, discretion and confidentiality is essential 

Mine rescue experience considered an asset  

Previous experience in Development and Longhole mining required  

****Must be able to Provide the Following: ***** 

- Clean Criminal Record Check 

Red Lake Madsen Mine is an equal opportunity employer who appreciates all those interested in working on this exciting project.