Mine Superintendent

At Baffinland, we work and live beyond the Arctic Circle, mining iron ore at our Mary River Property, located in the Qikiqtani Region of Nunavut on Baffin Island; one of the world’s most captivating and seldom seen destinations.

We are a unique company with a strong management who have amassed specialty experience on northern mining projects through all phases of Inuit consultation, permitting, construction and operation.

Our workforce brings together the modern practice of safe, sustainable mining and the enduring value of a traditional culture, which is rapidly advancing.

The result is a work and community experience you won't find anywhere else.

We are looking for people ready to share, build, and grow with our company.

Reporting to the Manager of Mine Operations, the Mine Superintendent is responsible for the safe, efficient and cost effective operations of all mining activities, including development work, drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, dewatering and project work; as well as detailed coordination with Mine Maintenance and Planning, Technical Services and all downstream Operations departments.

• Ensuring work procedures are followed and safety standards are adhered to (risk assessment, incident reporting & investigating, policy & procedures review, MOC, etc.).
• Complete field audits, inspections and interactions daily to ensure adherence to policy’s, procedures and safe work practices are followed.
• Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are executed to mitigate hazards working toward a goal of zero harm.
• Mentor and provide performance feedback and development to team members and supervisors. Monitor crew balance and ensure training requirements are met.
• Review payroll and flight planning to ensure accuracy.
• Development, review of operational plans to ensure capability and delivery.
• Work with technical teams to provide input to operational plans and designs. Review designs and processes and optimize to fit operational needs, communicate plans and review progress with supervisors.
• Manage social problems as they occur and in consultation with Human Resources, administer feedback and progressive discipline as required.
• Support the development of the annual budget and 5-year operating / capital plans. Develop capital justifications.
• Monitor the operating and capital expenditures.
• Participate to the Continuous Improvement process and implement initiatives to add value and increase the operations’ efficiency.
• Supports asset integrity reviews and development of action plans to address operational and mechanical issues.
• Support development of the department's annual execution plan with area specific goals and objectives.
• Provide input and work collaboratively with peers and other departments to achieve safety, production and cost targets.
• This list is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering or Civil Engineering is considered an asset
• Professional Shift Boss Ticket in Nunavut
• five (5) years of experience in a supervisory or equivalent role
• ten (10) years of open pit mining experience
• Two (2) years of experience directly related to open pit drill and blast activity’s
• Experience operating equipment or deep understanding of mobile equipment fundamentals
• Ability to work in extreme low temperatures as low as -40 degrees Celsius
• Ability to sustain work days of 13 hours for a three week period