Job Description

Company DescriptionBe part of the team. The team that makes it happen.We are the world\'s leading diamond company, powered by thousands of people around the world who are driven to support thriving local communities, protect the natural environment, and stand with women and girls, focused on Building Forever.If you like chasing demanding targets, thrive on making decisions in the pursuit of brilliance, and enjoy the support of the world\'s finest experts, we have a place for you.De Beers Group has an opportunity for a highly motivated Senior Mining Manager to lead the Mine Operations Department at the Gahcho Ku\xc3\xa9 Mine, Northwest Territories. Reporting to the Mine General Manager, the incumbent will be accountable to oversee mining and earthworks operations on the mine to ensure sustainable and cost-effective ore delivery to the plant aligned with the life of mine plan. The ideal candidate is one who is committed to safe working practices and strives for zero harm.Key responsibilities:

• Provide visible felt leadership demonstrating De Beers Group\'s values;
• Ensure that all mining and construction tasks are performed safely and efficiently in compliance with De Beers Group\'s safe operating procedures;
• Accountable for the execution of mining improvement projects aligned with the operations strategy and life of mine plan;
• Accountable for mining engineering including short and medium range planning;
• Accountable for earthworks construction and construction management;
• Oversee compliance to the short and medium term mine plans and schedules to ensure that mining work is planned, scheduled and resourced effectively;
• Develop and maintain internal and external relationships with key stakeholders at all levels, and leverage these relationships to enhance internal alignment, and build strategic alliances and support for the department;
• Estimate, manage and control budgets, forecasts and stay in business capital budgets;
• Manage staff according to the staffing management plan; seek to manage and improve team/staff morale; and manage performance improvement; and
• Actively develop the technical and leadership skills of the team for their career progression within the company.

This is a site based position working a 4 days In/3 days out rotation preferably based out of Yellowknife, NWT.Qualifications

• Engineering Degree or Diploma (in Mining or applicable discipline), with eligibility for a Professional Engineering designation in the Northwest Territories;
• Ten (10) years of advanced management experience in the mining industry with experience in an Open Pit mining environment with a fleet that supports a large tonnage operation preferably with operations in remote location;
• Highly organized with excellent operational, project management and analytical skills;
• Strong financial, budget preparation and time management skills are essential;
• Superior oral and written communication skills, relationship management and partnership building skills; and
• Experience and ability to work well in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment is essential.

Additional InformationWho We Are:Active in Canada for over 60 years, we are part of De Beers Group, the world\'s leading diamond company. Globally, we are a team of more than 20,000 people, with operations in Canada, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa, and activities across the diamond value chain from exploration to diamond jewelry retail. Our unwavering focus on sustainability and Building Forever fuels our commitment to advance standards across the diamond industry, protect the natural world, partner with local communities, and accelerate economic inclusion to support diversity in our business and beyond.In Canada, we have more than 600 employees working at offices in Calgary, Toronto and Yellowknife, actively exploring for new diamond opportunities, recovering diamonds at the joint venture Gahcho Ku\xc3\xa9 mine in the Northwest Territories, and closing and rehabilitating two mines. We are also advancing the Chidliak Project to establish a technologically advanced diamond mine on Baffin Island using FutureSmart Mining\xe2\x84\xa2 principles.At De Beers, we believe in the power of working in partnership with communities to create lasting, positive impacts that endure long after we recover the last diamond. Our inclusive and diverse workplace values mining with respect for the environment and nearby communities, and we seek team players who share our passion for Making Life Brilliant.SafetySafety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health, and the well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others\' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.Building foreverSustainability is at the heart of our decision-making - it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers\' trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.Inclusion & DiversityWe are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.ReferralReferral incentive applicable: This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Employee Referral Policy (HRM.AD.21.00). Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.Background ChecksSuccessful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.#LI-MT1The posting closes on May 10, 2024.

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