Shaft Captain

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited
CA - Ontario - Kirkland Lake
April 26, 2025
Management

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At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver.
We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility.
Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years.
We value you - your unique set of skills and experience.
We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company.
And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

Agnico Eagle Mines' Macassa Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Beaverhouse First Nation, and Matachewan First Nation.
In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of Members from these Nations.
To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Macassa Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process.
This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities.
Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Superintendent Mine, you will be part of the Mine Department.
You will also ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle's values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

Model and reinforce safety in all operating procedures and in meeting governmental regulations
Inspect underground workstations
Follow up on any accidents or incidents; take corrective action on safety issues and on any reported safety concerns; be vigilant in identifying and correcting potential safety or loss control hazards
Ensure conformance to government regulations and all internal policies concerning the safe operation of the mine
Inform and receive information from all departments regarding such issues as production targets and maintenance
Continually provide information primarily to shifters and also to crews as necessary
Communicate through Captain's log with shifters on the off-shift
Lead by example, provide guidance and motivate supervisors and crews to work safely
Maintain and develop technical and management skills and knowledge for self and support others learning
Evaluate and maintain work standards; explain/support company policies, procedures and standards; provide on-the-job input and constructive feedback on job performance, which includes both positive reinforcement as well as correcting negative behaviour
Maintain good relations and positive attitude of employees
Demonstrate professionalism and represent company philosophy and goals
Co-ordinate day-to-day mining activities amongst all supervisors such as maintenance, material handling and inventory
Consult and contribute to Engineering and Mining plans and schedules
Ensure acceptable productivity levels in tonnes, longhole blasting and development in order to meet monthly mining schedules
Provide professional and technical support and expertise to mine and plant projects as required.
Troubleshoot technical problems
Stay current with and open to new technologies
Administer policies such as absenteeism and discipline etc.
Balance time sheets and overtime distribution, verify productivity bonuses and authorize vacation
Control inventory and equipment levels.
Confirm that legislated inspections are completed
Assist in annual budget setting and track costs in accord to annual budget on a monthly basis
Other duties as assigned from time to time

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

A minimum of a Grade 12 education or equivalent
Ten (10) years of experience in mining is required
At least three (3) years must be at the supervisory level
Competency with Ontario Mining Act and Regulations
Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint

Your Work Schedule:

Schedule:
5 days of work, followed by 2 days off at our Macassa Mine in Kirkland Lake, ON

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