Supervisor, UGD Mining

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Supervisor, Underground Mining

• Be part of a global mining organization with a strong focus on safety
• Established supportive team environment
• Work with exceptional team of technical experts
• 2x2 FIFO schedule with point of pickup in Edmonton
  

About The Role

All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.

We are looking for a Supervisor, Underground Mining to be responsible for all activities associated with safe production mining.

Working on a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotational schedule and reporting to the Mine Captain, Diavik Diamonds Mine Inc. (DDMI) you will be

• Coordinating the operation of the Underground Production Operators to achieve safe production;
• Motivating the workforce through leadership behaviors aligned with our values of Everyday Respect;
• Conducting daily toolbox meetings, weekly safety audits, compliance checks and job task observations;
• Conducting thorough investigation on all safety incidents and creating a robust action plan to prevent any further incidents of this type;
• Liaising with other department outside of Underground Mining;
• Communicating effectively with cross shifts;
• Reporting any concerns to the Underground Mine Captain or Superintendent;
• Performing related duties and activities as directed by the Underground Mine Captain or Superintendent as required.
  

About You

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have

• Substantial experience in fully mechanized underground mining, experience with electric-hydraulic long hole drilling will be considered an asset;
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, motivate others and drive results;
• A valid First Aid certificate;
• Have or be eligible for a Northwest Territories Underground Blasting Certificate;
• Have Underground Mine Rescue experience;
• Have or be eligible for a Northwest Territories Mine Shift boss Certificate;
• Experience working with people from different cultures and knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the North will be an asset.
  

Northern residency and experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the North, are assets. Hiring priority will be given to qualified applicants who are beneficiaries of the DDMI Participation Agreement Groups and to qualified applicants residing in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Territories. Members must clearly identify their status on the online job application and resume if they wish to receive priority consideration.

About Rio Tinto

Every idea, every innovation, every little thing the world calls ‘progress’ begins with

a first step, and someone willing to take it explorers, inventors, entrepreneurs. Pioneers.

For nearly 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers – generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress.

Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium – the world’s first to be certified “responsible” – helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities and our boron helps feed the world, and explore the universe.

Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life.

Where you will be working

Located in the Northwest Territories of Canada, the Diavik Diamond Mine is a producer of gem-quality diamonds. At Diavik, a strong focus is placed on protecting the local environment, as well as supporting communities through employment and education.

Every Voice Matters

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA2 community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.

Application deadline June 16th, 2022