Mine Planning Manager Jobs in Quebec (NOW HIRING)

The Windfall Project, owned by Gold Fields, is located in northern Quebec. By joining our passionate team, committed to creating lasting value beyond mining, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the construction and startup of a world-class mining project, one of the most ambitious in recent decades.

Gold Fields is a globally diversified gold producer with operations in Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Peru, Canada and Chile. At Gold Fields, we are committed to achieving an inclusive workforce and recognize that the diverse talent of our people will ultimately determine our growth, performance and success.

This is a role that offers you the opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives, collaborate with experts, and contribute to our growth in Quebec. You will thrive in a dynamic environment where challenges and an exceptional workplace will support your professional growth.

Join the Windfall adventure!

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Reporting to the Mine Geology Coordinator, the Mine Geology Supervisor will be responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising definition drilling and geological monitoring work to achieve the Company's objectives. He or she will supervise the geology team assigned to drilling, the core library, and underground production. He or she will assist the Mine Coordinator with his or her duties and responsibilities.  Based at the Windfall site, located in the Northern Quebec region, the supervisor will work on a schedule of 15 days on, followed by 13 days off. Transportation, lodging, and meals are provided.

Tasks and responsibilities                                        

Supervise the mining geology team; 

Contribute to the training and coaching of team members by sharing technical expertise; 

Participate in the budgetary and strategic planning of the drilling program; 

Participate in production planning and monitoring; 

Supervise and prioritize budgeted geological definition and control drilling programs;  

Plan and monitor the delivery of key drilling infrastructure within specified timelines; 

Ensure compliance with budgets, timelines, and objectives for definition and geological control drilling;  

Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly meetings with operations, the geology/engineering department, and the drilling contractor; 

Assist the drilling geologist in the interdepartmental operational coordination of underground drilling activities; 

Ensure the integration of geological information collected during drilling by collaborating on interpretation, 3D modeling, and updating deliverables; 

Provide periodic reports to management regarding the progress of work and the results obtained; 

Ensure that fieldwork is conducted in accordance with operational guidelines and government regulations;

Comply at all times with occupational health and safety and environmental policies and rules, and ensure that staff comply with these rules; 

Perform any other duties related to the position of mining geology supervisor that are relevant to the project's success.

Qualifications

Hold a university degree in geology or geological engineering;  

Be a member of the Ordre des geologues du Quebec (OGQ);  

Have (8) to (10) years of experience in underground mining, including mapping, production monitoring, and reconciliation; 

Have supervisory experience (an asset); 

Bilingualism (English and French) (will be required to communicate with English-speaking staff) (an asset); 

Hold a valid Class 5 driver's license; 

Hold an explosives license;  

Have successfully completed mining modules 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7.

Technical skills

In-depth knowledge of the operational principles and processes related to drilling, mine planning, and production activities; 

Excellent knowledge of various geological models; 

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and specialized software such as Datamine, Deswik, Leapfrog, and Acquire; 

Good knowledge of the laws and regulations applicable to mineral exploration and mining in Quebec.

Basic skills

Strong ability to communicate in English (spoken and written); 

Demonstrate leadership; 

Problem-solving skills; 

Communication skills; 

Be an excellent team player, demonstrating tact and political acumen; 

Have strong organizational skills and the ability to identify priorities; 

Be self-reliant, take initiative, and be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; 

Be thorough and demonstrate ethics and integrity.