Director, Technical Services

6 days ago


Saskatoon, Canada Denison Mines Corp Full time

Director, Technical Services

Denison is redefining mining by Powering People, Partnerships and Passion. We are trailblazers in uranium mining, adopting an innovative climate positive approach to mining by deploying ISR methods and building durable partnerships with Indigenous groups in northern Saskatchewan. As a Certified Great Place to Work, our success is fueled by empowering employees with engaging work, unique development opportunities, and lucrative rewards – resulting in an exceptionally talented, diverse, and motivated team throughout all levels of the organization. Flexible and agile thinking ensures our workplace is one where talent thrives, innovation flourishes, and people have fun leveraging their passions to create powerful partnerships and positive results.

THE ROLE:

The Director, Technical Services will serve as a key member of the management team, providing technical and operational leadership for Denison's development projects. This role involves overseeing the technical de-risking process and conducting comprehensive assessments to enhance project value, specifically for the Wheeler River Project and Waterbury Lake Project, while also supporting other major partner assets. Responsibilities include identifying and mitigating portfolio risks and collaborating with Regulatory and Operations teams to effectively communicate and address any commercial, operational, permitting, regulatory, or implementation risks, and developing and implementing timely mitigation strategies. This role is a fulltime position with work being performed out of Denison’s regional office in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel to various project sites situated in the Northern Athabasca Basin. To be considered for this role, applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. Denison offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health and dental coverage, life insurance, employee assistance program, bonus program, and a retirement savings plan.

OUR COMMITMENT:

Denison is dedicated to creating employment opportunities for Indigenous individuals and residents of the communities in which we operate. We encourage Indigenous applicants and those from these communities to apply and to voluntarily provide relevant information in their application. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates. At Denison, we place a high value on diversity of backgrounds and experience. We strive to create an inclusive workforce that reflects a wide range of cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints. Our team members are empowered to excel based on their personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Reasonable accommodations during the hiring process are available upon request. Applicants for this role must be eligible to work in Canada.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The Director, Technical Services possesses a robust background in geological sciences, complemented by extensive technical expertise, advanced analytical skills, and significant project management experience. The Director actively tackles challenges, mentors colleagues, and empowers others to achieve both individual and organizational objectives. Their leadership is characterized by integrity, accountability, and respect. Committed to prioritizing safety, the Director, Technical Services is results-oriented and people-driven, relying on effective communication skills to foster collaboration in multidisciplinary team environments. They make informed decisions while promoting teamwork and accountability among team members.

  • A university degree in Geological Sciences or a similar mining field is required; professional designation is an asset.
  • A minimum of 10 years of practical experience in leading drilling and field programs is required.
  • Progressive leadership experience leading and managing teams is essential.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking abilities, problem-solving skills, and a continuous improvement-oriented mindset.
  • Strong leadership, teamwork, collaboration, and negotiation skills to effectively influence and achieve results through others.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee the development of NI 43-101 compliant technical studies, ranging from Concept to Feasibility, which serve as a critical basis for decision-making related to the Company's development initiatives.
  • Serve as the Company’s primary liaison with external groups such as consultants and contractors for the purposes of field programs and desktop studies.
  • Provide technical expertise in the design and implementation of field programs, desktop studies, and assessments, offering guidance on both conventional and ISR growth projects and sustainable optimization initiatives, with a focus on safety, while acting as project manager or sponsor, as necessary.
  • Collaborate and work effectively with internal departments including but not limited to Environment, Safety, HR, Accounting, Procurement, Investor relations and other functional groups.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and executive leadership to deliver regular project updates to the Technical Committee of the Board of Directors.
  • Define and communicate the direction for Project Evaluation, establishing measurable objectives and goals for the Project team, specialized contractors, and consultants.
  • Manage project budgets, schedules, and reporting processes; ensure adherence to established timelines by analyzing schedules for deviations from the critical path, engaging in collaborative planning and execution, and fostering compliance with company policies and effective communication.
  • Ensure the effective management and coordination of project personnel and subcontractors to achieve safe, cost-effective, and timely completion of project milestones.
  • Motivate and lead high-performance teams by providing mentorship, coaching, and supervision to both internal employees and external personnel assigned to the project.
  • Promptly identify, report, and address any hazards, unsafe conditions, near misses, accidents, or incidents, while ensuring that tasks and behaviors always reflect a commitment to physical and psychological safety for oneself and colleagues.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned or required.


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