Mining Manager
Eagle River Mine, Near Wawa, ON (Mine Site)
Company Information
Wesdome is a Canadian-focused gold producer with two high-grade underground assets, the Eagle River mine in Ontario and the Kiena mine in Québec. The Company’s primary goal is to responsibly leverage its operating platform and high-quality brownfield and greenfield exploration pipeline to build a growing value-driven gold producer.
The Eagle River Mine site has a tight-knit team where everyone knows each other and there is a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual support. It is a hands-on, fast paced environment where work feels impactful and you can see the results of your contributions quickly. There are many long-tenured employees and a lot of site pride.
The mine is located a short drive from Wawa, deep in the forest where it is scenic and quiet. It is a real ‘boots on the ground’ setting. Team members reside in a camp environment and typically work on rotations, depending on the position. The camp offers excellent food, a sauna/gym, recreational room and the opportunity to stay connected with family and friends.
See below for a summary of Wesdome’s comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.
About the Opportunity
The Mining Manager is responsible for overseeing all underground mining development and production activities to ensure the safe, stable, and efficient delivery of ore to the mill aligned with weekly and monthly plans derived from budget. The role drives operational discipline, execution of mine plans, grade control, effective personnel and equipment utilization, and cost performance while ensuring compliance with Ontario mining regulations, company standards, and environmental requirements.
The successful candidate will provide leadership to production teams, foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, and ensure production targets are achieved safely and sustainably.
About YOU – You Belong Here!
You are an experienced underground mining leader with a proven ability to safely deliver production targets, optimize operational performance, and lead high-performing teams in a dynamic mining environment. With extensive underground mining experience and strong technical knowledge of mining methods, production processes, ventilation, ground control, and mine planning execution, you are confident making operational decisions that support both short-term objectives and long-term business goals. You have a strong commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational discipline, and consistently promote a culture where safe production is the foundation of success.
Position Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Job Duties
Production Planning & Execution
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Lead the execution of short, medium, and long-term underground mine production plans aligned with operational and business objectives.
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Ensure planned ore tonnage and grade are delivered to the processing plant in accordance with mill requirements.
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Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production performance against established targets and KPIs.
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Adjust production schedules to address operational constraints, geotechnical conditions, ventilation limitations, and personnel / equipment availability.
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Coordinate underground loading, hauling, development, and ore control activities.
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Ensure effective ore blending and alignment between underground production and mill feed requirements.
Safety, Health & Environment
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Champion a strong safety culture focused on achieving zero harm across all underground mining activities.
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Ensure compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, mining regulations, company policies, and site procedures.
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Lead incident investigations, risk assessments, and corrective action initiatives.
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Promote adherence to safe work practices, SOPs, and operational standards underground.
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Support environmental compliance initiatives including water management, ventilation controls, waste management, and dust suppression.
Leadership & Team Management
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Lead, mentor, and develop supervisors, superintendents, and underground production teams.
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Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across all shifts.
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Ensure effective communication and shift handovers between operations teams.
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Foster a culture of ownership, teamwork, operational discipline, and continuous improvement.
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Drive short interval control practices to proactively manage production performance and operational deviations.
Equipment & Resource Management
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Optimize utilization and availability of underground mobile mining equipment.
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Collaborate closely with maintenance and engineering teams to maximize fleet reliability and productivity.
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Ensure effective workforce planning and personnel deployment to meet operational requirements.
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Identify operational bottlenecks and implement productivity improvement initiatives.
Cost Management & Budget Control
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Manage underground mining production costs in alignment with budget targets and cost-per-tonne objectives.
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Monitor and control consumption of key operating inputs including fuel, explosives, ground support, and other consumables.
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Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking activities.
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Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety, quality, or production performance.
Grade Control & Operational Quality
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Ensure mining activities comply with mine design, stope sequencing, and grade control requirements.
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Work collaboratively with geology, engineering, and survey teams to minimize dilution and ore loss.
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Ensure proper ore/waste segregation and underground stockpile management.
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Support strategies that maintain consistent mill feed quality and optimize recovery.
Reporting & Compliance
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Prepare and present daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.
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Monitor and report key performance indicators related to safety, production, costs, equipment utilization, and quality.
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Ensure compliance with mine plans, permits, and statutory reporting obligations.
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Participate in audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions as required.
Continuous Improvement
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Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and mine-to-mill performance.
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Promote operational discipline and adherence to standards across all underground activities.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence programs.
Qualifications and Experience
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Degree or Diploma in Mining Engineering or significant years of operational experience.
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Minimum 10-15 years of underground mining experience, preferably within underground gold mining operations.
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Minimum 5 years in a leadership or management role within underground mining
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Strong understanding of underground mining methods, mine planning execution, ventilation, ground control, and production processes.
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Supervisory or leadership development training preferred.
Working Conditions / Schedule
Location: Eagle River Mine Complex
Shift / Hours of Work: 10-hours
Schedule / Rotation: 4 days on, 3 days off
Type of Hire: Permanent, Full-Time
Existing vacancy: Yes
Other Information:
To learn more and for additional details about “Why Work with Us” and “Life at Wesdome”, please visit www.wesdome.com > People and Careers.
About our Total Compensation Package
Our total compensation package is more than just a great salary. We have established a comprehensive program that takes care of both you and your family that includes:
Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits Package includes:
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Market competitive base pay / salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
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Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
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Access to comprehensive extended health and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents beginning on day 1 of employment (short-term disability coverage begins after 3 months)
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Healthcare spending account
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Wellness benefit as an annual incentive
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RRSP matching
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Training, development and education supports
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Travel allowances
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Employee Share Purchase Plan
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Long Term Incentive Plan
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Vacation plus statutory holidays
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Programs to support the long-term well being of our team members (i.e. Employee Assistance Program)
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Mental Health Awareness Month
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Family Day & Annual Holiday events
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Local community partnerships
Apply Online at Wesdome.com > People & Careers > Join our Team – Current Opportunities
Wesdome prides itself on being an equal-opportunity employer committed to responsible mining practices and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or Aboriginal status.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Wesdome uses artificial intelligence (AI) supported technology as part of its recruitment, screening and evaluation processes that are performed by real people.
Wesdome is committed to accessibility for people with disabilities. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodations, please contact us at [email protected]
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”), Wesdome is committed to hosting and maintaining an accessible environment.
To be eligible for this position, you must be legally permitted to work in Canada without any additional sponsorship support from Wesdome.
