Construction Supervisor - Voisey'S Bay

Job DescriptionProject: Voisey’s Bay
Location: East coast of Labrador (approximately 350 km North of Goose Bay and 35 km Southwest of Nain)
Rotation: 14 days on, 14 days off
Shift Length: 12 hours
Travel: Flight from airport closest to point of hire
Accommodation: Remote site - Camp setting
Compensation: Redpath offers comprehensive benefits
Pre-employment requirement: Drug test, Medical, Criminal Background Check
IIR recognizes the Impacts and Benefits Agreement with the Innu Nation and the Nunatsiavut Government in which Innu and Inuit workers have first preference for employment at the Voisey’s Bay Mine Site. It also recognizes a commitment to give qualified workers from Labrador priority for employment opportunities.
IIR is an equal opportunity employer.
Scope Of WorkInnu Inuit Redpath Limited Partnership (IIR) will be the primary contractor on an underground mine project located on the east coast of Labrador, approximately 350 km north of Goose Bay. Future mining from the two separate underground deposits will extend the life of this operation for at least another decade. Both deposits contain Nickel and Copper and at peak production, 2.54 million tons will be mined annually. The work consists of building/ installing mine infrastructure such as high pressure doors, regulator walls, wash bays, maintenance bays, fuel bay, etc.
Job SummaryThe primary role of the Construction Supervisor is to plan, organize and control activities of a construction group, to ensure the project is completed in accordance to company standards and safety practices;
to liaise with technical personnel and to update the site management on activities, progress and challenges;
to suggest methods and procedures to minimize project cost to ensure the work meets design specifications according to client requirements.
Responsibilities
Assist project engineering and construction management, when necessary, in clarifying or defining parameters and deciding on processes to be utilized
Monitor operations activities to ensure construction progress on the project is within expectations
Take appropriate action as critical dates approach to ensure a smooth transition from phase to phase
Organize, develop and lead crew to achieve planned objective
Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and client authorized project work schedules to achieve desired results
Supervise sub-contractors and ensure all work is completed according to Redpath safety standards
Ensure that subcontractors have current and accurate plans and specifications
Act as principal coordinator and liaison with subcontractors to ensure contract compliance
Establish expectations with subcontractors and vendors to ensure solid understanding of contract requirements (including documentation and information), expectations, and timing of required construction and materials to finish on schedule
Health And Safety
Follow Company and Client health and safety standards and report all unsafe acts or conditions to the supervisor
Ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment.
Work in accordance with local legislation
QualificationsMinimum 5 years’ experience as a Lead Construction Miner or relevant, related construction role in an underground mining environment - Required
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Ontario Hard Rock Underground Common Core – Full Basic or other provincial equivalent Required
Ontario Hard Rock Underground Front Line Supervisor – Common Core or another provincial equivalent - preferred
Must understand the underground work environment
Must understand the responsibilities of leadership
Ability to multitask and work effectively
Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently
Able to work in a team environment and lead by example
Willing to mentor others
Ability to read civil prints
Basic understanding of Mine Regulations pertaining to tasks
Ability to conduct a risk assessment of specific task
Understanding of work-related procedures and standards
Ability to recognize and resolve problems as required
Closing DateOctober 5, 2026
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