Open Pit Mine Superintendent - Jobs in Stikine, BC

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Work type PERMANENT - FULL TIMELocation RED CHRIS MINEApplications close 11 JUN 2021Discover what’s possible with usNewcrest is one of the world's largest gold mining companies. As a global business, we aim to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.We recognise that our different backgrounds and perspectives help us find better ways to: solve problems; attract and retain the best people; explore, develop and produce more gold safely and profitably; and help make Newcrest a better place to work.Our Red Chris mine is located on the traditional territory of the Tahltan, in Northern British Columbia and we encourage qualified applicants from the local communities to apply. We offer several designated marshalling points within Canada including Nanaimo, Vancouver, Kelowna, Kamloops, Williams Lake, Prince George, Smithers and Calgary.Who we’re looking for:We are looking for an experienced Superintendent for our Open Pit Mine Operations team. Reporting to the Manager Mining you will be accountable for the delivery of the mine plan encompassing safety, productivity, and cost deliverables. Through visible and felt leadership of the mining operations team you will promote a positive and inclusive team culture with a focus on excellence and world best practice mining standards.In this role you will:Implement, sustain, and promote world best practice mining systems and processesProvide input and direction across multiple planning horizons (weekly all the way to budgets)Establish and manage the department budget inline with production forecastsBe responsible for contract management of business partners focusing on strengthening relationshipsLead business improvement projects with a focus to optimise the mine planQualifications and ExperienceThe successful candidate will be a strong leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will have a proven track record of promoting and sustaining a successful safety culture through visible safety leadership and the ability to influence large teams. Further to this you will have:Extensive operational mining experience with demonstrated success at a senior leadership levelThe ability to identify, assess and effectively manage operational riskDemonstrated experience in cost and contract managementA Mining Engineering degree (or similar) will be viewed in high regardOur commitment to youAt Newcrest, we hold core values that focus on caring about people, working together and achieving a high-performance culture through innovation and problem solving. Newcrest’s commitment to diversity and inclusion respects both the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online before the advertised application closing date.Job number 980100Advertised 27 MAY 2021