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Round Mountain is an open-pit mine located in Nevada, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world. The mine uses conventional open-pit mining methods and processes ore by mill and heap leach. Kinross began operating the mine in 2003, and it has since become a continuous improvement leader in the Company's portfolio. Round Mountain poured its 15 millionth ounce in 2018. Round Mountain and the nearby Bald Mountain mine make up Kinross' Nevada operations.
The Round Mountain mine is an important contributor to the Nye County economy and, working with local stakeholders, has helped achieve significant improvements in healthcare and education in the area.
Job Description
Round Mountain Gold Corporation seeks a Health & Safety Superintendent in Round Mountain, NV. Round Mountain Gold Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kinross Gold Corporation. Qualified candidates may be eligible for both a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
Work You'll Do

• As a member of the site leadership team, the incumbent will provide strategic leadership and oversight for Health & Safety programs supporting both surface and underground mining operations. Under the direction of the Kinross Nevada H&S Manager and in partnership with the VP & Project Director, Phase X, Underground Mine Manager, and operational leaders, the Superintendent will integrate Health & Safety into business planning, operational execution, workforce development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• The Superintendent is responsible for developing and executing strategies that support safe, reliable, and productive operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate standards, and industry best practices. The role will provide leadership for Health & Safety management systems, critical risk management, incident prevention and learning, emergency response preparedness, contractor management, occupational health programs, and regulatory compliance activities.
• The incumbent will build and lead a high-performing team of Health & Safety professionals, foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and collaborate closely with site leadership, employees, business partners, and corporate stakeholders to improve risk management and organizational performance. All activities shall be conducted safely and in a manner consistent with Kinross Values and Safeground Principles.

Key Responsibilities • Develop and execute site Health & Safety strategies aligned with Kinross business objectives, Safeground Principles, and operational priorities. • Serve as a trusted advisor to site leadership regarding Health & Safety performance, critical risk management, regulatory compliance, and safety culture development. • Lead the integration of Health & Safety requirements into underground development projects, operational planning, engineering activities, and organizational change initiatives. • Provide strategic oversight of contractor and business partner Health & Safety performance, ensuring alignment with Kinross standards and critical risk management expectations. • Provide strategic oversight of emergency response preparedness, mine rescue capabilities, crisis management planning, and emergency response team development. • Ensure compliance with applicable MSHA regulations, corporate standards, and industry best practices. • Lead incident investigations, corrective action management processes, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Develop and monitor departmental budgets, staffing plans, business objectives, and performance metrics. • Analyze Health & Safety and operational performance metrics and provide recommendations to senior leadership. • Build, coach, mentor, and develop Health & Safety personnel while supporting succession planning and professional development. • Champion and model Kinross Values (Putting People First, High Performance Culture, Rigorous Financial Discipline and Corporate Social Responsibility) and Safeground Principles (People are the solution, Errors are normal, How we respond matters, Humility is a superpower, Learning over blame, Context drives behavior), fostering a culture where learning, engagement, respect, and continuous improvement drive decision-making and operational performance. • Coach leaders and employees in the practical application of Safeground Principles and learning-focused approaches to risk management and incident prevention. • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, contractors, regulators, community stakeholders, and corporate leadership. Qualifications and Skill Requirements 1. Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Mining, Environmental Science, Business, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. 2. Minimum ten (10) years of progressive Health & Safety experience in mining, heavy industry, construction, or a related field. 3. Minimum five (5) years of leadership experience supervising, coaching, and developing Health & Safety personnel. 4. Experience supporting underground mining operations required; experience supporting both surface and underground mining operations preferred. 5. Demonstrated experience implementing and managing progressive Health & Safety management systems, risk management programs, and regulatory compliance programs. 6. Working knowledge of MSHA regulations and mining industry Health & Safety practices. 7. Experience leading incident investigations, corrective action management, and continuous improvement initiatives. 8. Experience developing and maintaining productive working relationships with regulatory agencies, contractors, and operational leadership teams. 9. Demonstrated ability to influence organizational culture and drive sustainable improvements in Health & Safety performance. 10. Strong leadership, communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage employees and leaders at all levels of the organization. 11. Experience managing departmental budgets, projects, consultants, and strategic initiatives required. 12. Demonstrated ability to analyze operational and Health & Safety performance metrics, develop strategic plans, and communicate business-focused recommendations to senior leadership. 13. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. 14. Professional certifications such as CMSP (Certified Mine Safety Professional), MSP (Master Safety Professional), CME (Certified Mine Executive), CRSP (Canadian Registered Safety Professional), CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), or equivalent credentials are preferred. 15. Preference may be given to candidates with experience in Nevada mining operations and/or underground mine development projects. 16. Experience supporting large capital projects, mine construction, underground development, or major operational expansions is preferred. 17. Demonstrated commitment to fostering a culture aligned with Kinross Values, Safeground Principles, employee engagement, organizational learning, and continuous improvement. 18. Must be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 19. Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets. 20. Must possess a valid driver's license. Legislative Requirements Background Check required US work permit required Language Requirements English Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).