Job Description

About Arctic Canadian Diamond Company Arctic Canadian is a Canadian mining company and a significant producer and supplier of premium rough diamond assortments to the global market. The company owns and operates the Ekati Diamond Mine, located in Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Northwest Territories. In addition to its mining and exploration operations, Arctic Canadian has offices in Canada and Belgium. Position Overview Reporting to the Superintendent, Surface Mining, and working two (2) weeks on two (2) weeks off rotation at the Ekati Mine site, the successful candidate will ensure safe and efficient production of the surface mining operations. Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for employee development through one-on-one coaching and mentoring;
• Assign work and supervise the performance of personnel working on the Surface Mining team;
• Support the concept of Zero Harm through effective safety, health and environment management practices;
• Initiate the investigation of all accidents and incidents;
• Consistently meet the budgeted mining targets;
• Participate with Technical Services and Mobile Maintenance in the execution of the mining plan and maintenance schedule;
• Manage the cost per ton for the department through continuous improvement and engage in departmental improvement projects;
• Ensures company policies and standard operating procedures are followed;
• Required to work with and thoroughly understand the WENCO fleet monitoring and data collection system;
• Contribute to the development of the mining plan.

Education/Experience

• Minimum 5 years open pit mining experience minimum;
• Minimum 2 years\xe2\x80\x99 supervisory experience;
• Open pit shift boss certification;
• Surface mine rescue certification;
• Valid first-aid ticket;
• The successful candidate will be an effective leader, willing to spend necessary time and effort to coach and mentor team members;
• The incumbent will have excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships in a unionized environment

What we offer At Arctic, we believe people are our most important asset. This is why we are fully committed to the health, safety and well-being of our employees. We believe in establishing strong lasting and respectful relationships with the people and communities with whom we work. Arctic is dedicated to developing our workforce and to creating an environment where people can learn, grow and take on new responsibilities. We build capacity within our workforce by offering leadership training, apprenticeship positions and adult education initiatives. Arctic offers a competitive salary, performance bonus and total compensation package, including company paid extended health, dental and vision care, an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), employer matched pension, generous paid vacation and personal days, as well as a Dependent Scholarship Program and employee discounts. On site we provide accommodations and meals, a fully equipped gym and recreation facilities, Additional Information Arctic provides travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points. Employees need to be fully vaccinated with a Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccine. Preference will be given to qualified applicants from Arctic\xe2\x80\x99s Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups. Members should clearly identify their IBA status on the online job application and resume to receive priority consideration. Visit www.arcticcanadian.ca to apply and to learn more about Arctic\xe2\x80\x99s operations. Closing Date: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.