Production Supervisor

ABOUT THIESS 

Thiess, originating in Australia in 1933, is now a $4 billion global organization focusing on sustainable resource solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering consulting. With 12,000 employees, we are committed to creating lasting value for our clients and leading the way toward a more sustainable future. 

We are a movement spearheading a journey towards a more sustainable future, and North America is a crucial part of it. Our unique business approach to contract mining currently makes our services available in the United States and Canada. In the US, we operate in Salt Lake City, Utah, Colorado, and the Intermountain West region. In Canada, our services are available in Sudbury, Greater Ontario, and the Northern Ontario region. We are also expanding to other states and areas in both countries. 

Please get to know us better by watching the following videos about Our Purpose and Our Values! 

ROLE OVERVIEW 

Thiess is accepting applications for a Production Supervisor role near Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. The Production Supervisor will be a key role supervising the overall day to day, performance, coordination, and management of production of the specified mining shift to assist in obtaining safety, productivity, efficiency, quality, service, and profitability for the organization. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Ensure employee Health and Safety through compliance with all safety and mine regulations, company policies and regulations  

• Responsible for ensuring proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment  

• Coordinates open pit activities; loading, hauling, dumping and miscellaneous activities  

• Control pit operations to detect violation of safety regulations and compile safety and production records  

• Assist in work scheduling and planning, ensuring alignment to weekly plan deliverables 

• Prepare reports on accident/incident that happen during the shift  

• Conduct daily pre-shift meetings to ensure employees are informed of safety and production issues  

• Organize training for equipment operators to improve their competencies   

• Understand, promote, and operate by overall company vision, values, goals, objectives and strategies  

• Provide job specific instructions daily basis and monitor progress  

• Ensure that all mining employees are properly trained on the use of appropriate equipment  

• Communicate routinely and effectively with the Project Manager and other supervisors as required 

• Build and maintain relationships with all stakeholders not limited to but including Technical Services and Maintenance Teams 

• Participate in the weekly planning process by providing inputs and highlighting any shortfalls within the plan that have the potential to disrupt operations 

• Performs other related duties as assigned 

REQUIRED SKILLS 

• Demonstrated ability to achieve results within a team environment with minimal supervision at times 

• Good oral and written communication skills   

• High level of attention to detail and excellent follow-up skills   

• The ability to work in a team environment  

• Mining or heavy industrial construction experience considered an asset   

• Ability and willingness to work different schedules on site based on project needs    
• Post-high school training in a related area 

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience as a shift Supervisor, in an open pit, with demonstrated leadership competencies
• Surface Common Core and Generic First Line Supervisor Comon Core training 

• Technical expertise: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook  

• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations  

• Listens and seeks confirmation of understanding  

• Effectively responds well to questions 

• Must be fluent in the English language 

• Authorization to work lawfully in Canada without sponsorship from Thiess is required 

EDUCATION 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent 

 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

• At Thiess we have a One HSE culture and want to ensure everyone is safe everyday: employees, families and society. We are committed to our employees' health and wellness including the prevention of illness. Although optional, we have a preference that all Thiess employees are vaccinated against COVID-19 and other serious illnesses.    
• Work schedule: 7 on / 7 off, rotating 12-hour shifts (days and nights)  

WHAT WE OFFER 

• A work culture that follows our company values of integrity, accountability, and innovation, all underpinned by safety 
• A permanent position working directly for Thiess, the world’s largest mining services provider  

• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual bonuses 

• Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance  

• RRSP retirement savings benefit with employer matching contributions  

• Career development and opportunities domestic within Canada, and potentially international  
• Leave for all of life’s reasons  

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