Shaft Foreman - Alamos Shaft

Job Description Project:

Alamos Shaft Sinking & Headwork - Dubreuilville, ON

Rotation:

14 days on, 14 days off

Shift Length:

12 hours

Travel:

Kilometers paid

Accommodation:

Camp setting

Benefits:

Redpath offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to health, dental and vision care, life insurance, pension and employee assistance program

Pre-employment requirement:

Drug test and criminal background check

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Shaft Superintendent, the primary role of the Shaft Foreman is to plan, organize and control activities, to ensure the project is completed in accordance with company standards and safety practices; ensure that the tasks assigned by the Site Superintendent are completed as per instructions.

General RESPONSIBILITIES

- Assist project engineering and construction management when necessary in clarifying or defining parameters and deciding on processes to be utilized

- Monitor and analyze production and operational reports to ensure acceptable progress on the project

- Take appropriate action as critical dates approach to ensure a smooth transition from phase to phase

- Develop and lead the crew to achieve planned objectives

- Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, and client-authorized project work schedules.

- Supervise sub-contractors and national workforce

- 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 a solid understanding of contract requirements (including documentation and information), expectations, and timing of required construction and materials.

- The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive

Health And Safety

- Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment

- Following Redpath Canada Limited health and safety standards and systems, including the Five Point Safety System and the Cardinal Rules, and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions

- Ability to participate and complete incident / accident investigations and take corrective action to prevent injury and / or re-occurrence

- Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment.

- Must have knowledge of the WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet.

- Comply with the Mine Regulation Act and Regulations clauses that apply to your work area.

Qualifications

Education:

- Ontario Hard Rock Underground Common Core – Full Basic (or other provincial equivalents) (preferred)

- Ontario Hard Rock Underground Front Line Supervisor – Common Core (or other provincial equivalents) (preferred)

Work Experience

- Experience in Shaft with steel installation

- Minimum five years experience as a experience as a Team Leader or Supervisor in an underground mine with demonstrated leadership competencies.

- Minimum 8-10 years’ experience with 5 years at the Supervisory level

Knowledge Required

- Must understand the underground work environment

- Must understand the responsibilities of leadership

About Us

Redpath provides full service mining solutions and innovation around the world since 1962.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.