Manage day-to-day operations for mine development, production and construction and lead by example to build a safe and strong employee culture;
Plan, direct and coordinate the activities of mine operations employees in a safe, environmentally sound and efficient manner, either personally or through subordinate supervisors;
Monitor costs, productivity, health & safety and employee motivation;
Interact with the Mine Management team to establish production and quality standards by using knowledge of mining technology (methods, procedures, standards and machine & equipment capabilities);
Set priorities, plan and direct mining activities in keeping up with effective mining operations and cost controls;
Coordinate production activities along with procurement, maintenance, production planning, safety and quality control activities in order to obtain optimal use of employee and equipment resources;
Review and analyze production to determine the sources of variance between production performance and goals;
Collaborate and communicate effectively with all appropriate parties, developing and implementing methods and procedures to eliminate operational problems and improve efficiency as well as ore quality;
Communicate and coordinate with the engineering team and other departments to develop and implement actions allowing us to improve productivity and efficiency;
Lead by example and manage the performance and development of direct reports, ensuring compliance with the Agnico Eagle Mining Personnel Policies and Procedures;
Provide specific training and development opportunities for immediate employees;
Coach and mentor subordinates in regard to employee relations, safety, environmental, productivity and cost issues and address inappropriate behavior as required;
Assist in the development and preparation of capital and operating budgets;
Routinely review expenditures to prevent excess costs or inaccurate charges;
Interface with vendors and suppliers to ensure the efficient use of supplies and tools;
Oversee investigations involving safety incidents, accidents and near misses, ensuring that reports are completed accurately and in a timely manner, and recommend procedures and methods to improve employee safety;
Replace the Superintendent on occasion, as required.
