Mine Supervisor

THOAR Mining provides a wide variety of services in the support and operation of mining, ranging from project management, supervision, underground construction, maintenance, and Mining equipment operation. 

We have an immediate need for highly motivated, safety conscious  Underground Mine Supervisor  for a Potash project with our client at  Vanscoy, SK  (near Saskatoon, SK) for a 3-4 month duration with an opportunity for extension to different projects.

You will need to be available to work 12 hour shifts with the ability to work days and nights on a 2/1 rotation.

If you are an experienced Potash mine operator with leadership experience, a champion of safety, quality, diversity and inclusion, and teamwork, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Safely and efficiently carry out the day-to-day project activities to support the continuous operations of site-specific rehab projects;
• Manage and direct personnel, and assist with employee training and qualifications;
• Maintain safety and environmentally sound operating conditions within equipment design parameters;
• Provide work direction to the team as well as timely and constructive feedback to ensure employees have a clear understanding of their work, roles, business goals, and performance standards;
• Manage performance issues when necessary;
• Develop and coach employees to retain and grow organizational talent, and support employees in their career development;
• Facilitate ongoing communication to ensure proper and efficient contract operation, allocation and resources, safety and environmental;
• Liaison between management, shift operations, and maintenance;
• Work with operations and maintenance to troubleshoot and address operational problems in the rehab area to maximize production and safety;
• Conduct audits and inspections;
• Review and authorize work permits.

Qualifications:

• Valid ticket to supervise underground as per Saskatchewan mine regulations;
• Valid GMSA - General Mine Safety Awareness training;
• Valid First Aid/ CPR certificates;
• Valid WHMIS and SCOT;
• Commitment to safe work practices and achieved an excellent safety record;
• Commitment to being a champion for diversity, inclusion, and equity in the workplace;
• Minimum five years mining operations experience;
• Outstanding record of leading teams safely and efficiently;
• Ability to work effectively with people, coordinate functions with other departments and contractors;
• Demonstrated ability to lead the crew in collaboration with the client’s needs;
• Must display credibility and integrity to maintain the respect of superiors, subordinates, and peers;
• Knowledge of commonly used software packages including Microsoft Outlook. Excel, Word, and desktop process control software;
• Ability to manage work in scheduling software.

Client Requirements:

• Proof of full vaccination will be required;
• A pre-employment drug and alcohol test will be required. 

THOAR Mining offers competitive compensation, a workplace committed to safety, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as a professional approach to all aspects of our work in the mining industry to foster your personal and professional growth.

Our total compensation package includes:

• Competitive Wages
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health Care, Dental, and Vision