Mine Foreman

• Location: Red Chris Mine, Northern British Columbia
• Open to Canadian Residents
• Rotation: 14 shifts-on / 14 shifts-off or, 21 shifts on/ 21 shifts off

About Barminco:

Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. is part of the Perenti Group, Australia's second largest integrated mining services provider.

New to Canada, Barminco is already a global leader in hard rock underground mining. Together with African Underground Mining Services (AUMS) we have been operating for over 30 years in Australia and across Africa. New projects will see Barminco and AUMS grow to over 5,000 employees.

We provide state of the art facilities, equipment, technology and opportunities to work on projects all over the world. At Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd., we are committed to fostering a culture that understands and values inclusion and diversity.

The Opportunity:

Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. has new exciting opportunity for a Mine Foreman at the Red Chris Mine in northern British Columbia.

Working a rotation of 14-shifts on / 14-shifts off or, 21-shifts on / 21-shifts off; this position is fly-in/fly-out.

Reporting to the Project Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for their safety and the safety of their co-workers while being accountable for overseeing the work assignments of underground crews to reach production targets safely and efficiently.

More specifically, the Mine Foreman will:

• Promote safe work practices while leading by example
• Provide leadership that instils confidence and encourages teamwork
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental policies, regulations and law
• Schedule and assign work of underground crews and mining equipment
• Manage performance of direct reports to achieve safe production targets, crew attendance, productivity and quality of work goal
• Discipline and recognize workers in a fair and consistent manner
• Work closely with the Project Managers for the planning of cost effective production
• Coordinate with Maintenance Foreman to maintain equipment reliability
• Be open to learning new methods and be willing to share skills and knowledge with team members

Skills and Experience:

• Over 10 years of underground mining experience desired
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in supervisory roles in underground mining
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and management skills
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, energetic
• Experience with Microsoft Office, SharePoint and Teams
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills
• Strong communications skills, verbal and written
• Be flexible and willing to assist with a variety of tasks
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment
• Preferred, technical diploma, degree or similar qualification in mine engineering
• Preferred, BC Shift-boss certification or provincial equivalent.

What we offer:

Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. can offer you a role where you will be challenged and valued for your skills and experience. You will also have the opportunity to develop and grow your career.

We offer a competitive wages, health and medical benefits, work/life balance schedule, travel, camp accommodations and meals.

NOTE: Selected candidates will have to successfully complete a pre-employment Fit for Duty medical which includes alcohol and drug screening.

How to Apply:

Start your application by clicking on the link.

Please include copies of your valid Certifications; Shift-boss certification, First Aid, Transportation Endorsement, Blasting Licenses, Trade Licenses and all other certifications you may have that is relevant to the role you are applying for.

We look forward to reviewing your application, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.