General Foreperson, Mining

Description

Skeena Gold + Silver is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.

As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity

Job Title: General Foreperson, Mining

Reporting directly to the Operations Superintendent, this position is responsible for leading pit operations for the Eskay Creek Revitalization Project. This role will lead the site-based teams and contractors in ensuring all project safety regulations and health and safety procedures are implemented for the execution of work at Eskay Creek. The General Foreperson is responsible for the day-to-day mining activities in alignment with the short-range mine plan.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

Operational Supervision

• Supervise all aspects of Mining operations on the project
• Oversee drill and blast activities in the pit and across different project work fronts
• Ensure that all BC HSRC codes are being met for all mining work
• Review existing operations regularly to reduce costs and improve operational standards

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead a large team of staff and contractors to meet established mine plans on multiple rotations for both day and night shifts
• Provide guidance and oversight to direct reports to support growth and development, driving performance excellence
• Resolve conflicts amongst team members; provide regular coaching, feedback, and recognition
• Promote team building at all levels and a respectful cross-cultural work environment

Safety & Compliance

• Instill and drive a strong, positive safety culture in all workers at Eskay Creek
• Comply with the requirements of the health and safety guidelines, policies, and rules for the Eskay Creek site
• Ensure escalation procedures and incident reporting procedures are implemented and maintained to meet contractual standards
• Inform senior management of any safety or environmental issues that arise on site without undue delay

Project Oversight & Performance

• Act as the owner’s representative for all facets of project and program execution
• Understand overall project performance in line with approved project budget and schedule
• Provide inputs to Technical Services for weekly reports covering safety, progress, and operating issues

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work with and communicate closely with project team members, site management, vendors, and outside regulators

Additional Responsibilities

• All other duties as required by the Company

The Ideal Candidate

As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity

Job Title: General Foreperson, Mining

Reporting directly to the Operations Superintendent, this position is responsible for leading pit operations for the Eskay Creek Revitalization Project. This role will lead the site-based teams and contractors in ensuring all project safety regulations and health and safety procedures are implemented for the execution of work at Eskay Creek. The General Foreperson is responsible for the day-to-day mining activities in alignment with the