Manager, Maintenance

Description

**Improve the processes of today**
**Define the best practices of tomorrow**

At Côté Gold, we focus on what we contribute, not just what we extract. We believe that in order for prosperity to be sustained, it must be shared, it must support the well-being of our employees and our communities, and it must be achieved with mínimal impact to the environment.

Côté Gold is being developed in partnership with the Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation and Métis Nation of Ontario, Region 3.

The open-pit gold mine is a joint venture between IAMGOLD and Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd. and is operated by IAMGOLD. We are located near Gogama, Ontario, with access to stable infrastructure and strong connections with our local communities.

**Accessing Opportunities at Côté Gold**

**Manager, Maintenance**

Reporting to the Manager, Operations the Manager, Maintenance has the responsibility of leading the Fixed and Mobile Maintenance departments as well as the Electrical engineering team. The role is responsible to ensure that the necessary workforce and equipment are in place to meet goals and that all maintenance resources are trained and qualified to participate in maintenance activities. The role is also responsible to deploy a strong maintenance planning system with the usage of the Enterprise Resource Planning Software (ERP) along with the deployment of the Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

**Key Responsibilities**

Area 1:
Oversee and implement fixed and mobile maintenance programs to maximize production efficiency, infrastructure performance and resources.
- Establish an overall strategy for maintenance based on input from other departments including targets, goals and priorities.
- Develop and direct the implementation of maintenance programs, processes and policies to meet organizational governance requirements and standards.
- Support the usage and further deployment of the Enterprise Resource Planning Software (ERP) along with all of the maintenance systems.
- Set maintenance production budget using information from the overall mine and processing budgets and business plan targets.
- Establish maintenance targets, ensuring mill output and equipment availability in the mining plans are achieved.
- Advise and support the purchasing of new or used equipment and spare parts for the fixed assets.
- Manage the mobile maintenance contracts as well as develop a plan for transition to owner’s team.
- Investigate options and recommend short and long-term projects and approaches to enhance efficiency and cost effective of maintenance operations.

Area 2:
Provide leadership to the maintenance team.
- Direct the implementation and execution of the maintenance plans and targets.
- Ensure the necessary manpower and equipment is in place to meet production goals, within budgeted costs.
- Build an appropriate team through recruitment and development.
- Ensure that all maintenance resources are trained and qualified to participate in daily activities.
- Provide clear work objectives and expectations of the performance levels required to achieve business objectives and production goals.
- Manage performance by setting expectations, conduct performance reviews and providing feedback and coaching to direct reports.
- Stay abreast of mining laws and safety regulations, and issue directives to direct reports to ensure adherence to applicable rules and regulations.

**Qualifications**:
**Minimum Requirements and Nice To Haves**

minimum qualifications, formal education, certifications or equivalents
- University degree in mechanical engineering, industrial or electrical engineering or equivalent work experience.
- PMP certification considered an asset.

Work experience - Nature & Length
- 15 years of related work experience, with at least 10 years of related supervision experience.
- Experience in the mining industry/natural resource industry is required.
- Experience in Project Management is a key asset.
- Experience working with a major M.A.R.C (Maintenance and Repairs Contract) will be considered an asset.
- _Additional qualifications - Competency requirements
- English oral and written communication and good interpersonal skills.
- Well organized, works well independently and in team settings.
- Possess good time management skills and is able to work effectively under pressure.
- Strong understanding of cost estimating and executing multiple tradesoffs efficiently.
- Proactive and energetic customer service orientation with awareness to issues of equity and diversity.

**What We Offer**

IAMGOLD believes in rewarding outstanding performance with an equally outstanding total rewards package. Our attractive offerings include:
Competitive Salary and Bonus Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage Health Spending Account Fitness & Wellness Subsidy Employee & Family Assistance Program Registered Pension Plan with Company Match Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company