GENERAL FOREPERSON – MINE (Ref.: 27972)

Job Description

GENERAL FOREPERSON – MINE
Ref. : 27972

Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in North America, South America, Australia and Africa. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

PURPOSE:

The General Foreperson, Mining Production is part of the supervisory team of the Mine sector. He/she is responsible for the performance of mining activities and supervises a team of employees dedicated to mining operations and support services, in compliance with rules, methods, policies, plans and specifications, and productivity. He/she shows leadership and emphasizes achievement of the established objectives, in collaboration with the Mining Operations Group, while complying with the health and safety, budget and production schedule objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Coordinate mining activities with the goal of achieving the objectives set.
• Participate in the production planning process and supervise the operations in accordance with the daily, weekly and monthly programs.
• Plan the personnel requirements for his/her sector of activity.
• Supervise and manage personnel, evaluate performance and see to the development of the employees.
• Implement best practices in order to maximize productivity and the quality of work.
• Ensure that the environmental directives are properly followed.
• Understand and share the corporate vision in order to align his/her operational strategies accordingly.
• Create a partnership with the other departments in his/her sector to establish team spirit and collaboration.
• Respect, know and promote company regulations and policies, particularly with regard to health and safety
• Perform all other tasks related to the performance of the duties of the position

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma of Secondary Studies (DSS/DEP), Diploma of College Studies (DCS/DEC) or university degree in a related field
• 7 to 10 years’ relevant experience in mining operations, including at least 5 years’ experience in an underground mine.
• Mining modules 1 to 5 and 7.
• Valid general explosives permit
• Good computer skills, including MS Office Suite and SAP (an asset)
• Bilingual French & English (an asset)

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Teamwork in a multicultural environment
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Organizational skills
• Adaptability

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Eleonore mine site (fly-in, fly-out)
• Schedule: 8 days of work, daytime only, followed by 6 days off

Interested candidates should send their resume or the application form by email at Recrutement.Accueil@Newmont.com no later than April 27, 2023.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview.

As an equal opportunity employer, Newmont is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Conformément aux valeurs de sécurité et de responsabilité de Newmont, nous pensons que la vaccination contre le COVID-19 est un outil essentiel pour lutter contre cette pandémie et protéger la santé et la sécurité de la main-d’oeuvre de Newmont et des communautés dans lesquelles nous travaillons et vivons. Par conséquent, si vous recevez une offre d’emploi pour ce poste, il vous sera demandé de fournir une déclaration confirmant que vous êtes entièrement vacciné contre le COVID-19 avant la date prévue de votre entrée en fonction, et il pourra également vous être demandé de fournir une preuve de vaccination avant la date prévue de votre entrée en fonction, ou à une date ultérieure à la demande de Newmont. Newmont examinera les demandes individuelles d’exemption/accommodement raisonnable des candidats qui ne peuvent pas être entièrement vaccinés pour des raisons médicales ou pour d’autres motifs protégés par la législation applicable en matière de droits de l’homme.