Mine Maintenance Superintendent

Discover a rewarding career opportunity at Kinross in the stunning rural landscapes of Washington State. Recognized for our leadership in low-impact mine development and nationally acclaimed for our reclamation and closure practices, our team has produced gold from six different deposits in the region since 1990. Currently we are advancing a multi-year pipeline of projects and growing our team to ensure effective delivery and seamless transition into operations.

Under the direction of the General Manager, the incumbent will oversee the maintenance for the Curlew Basin mine site. This role requires strong technical expertise, management skills, and a deep understanding of safety and operational efficiency.

• Responsible for the mobile, fixed, and electrical maintenance activities at the mine site.
• Lead, develop, and grow the mine maintenance team; provide guidance, mentorship, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies to optimize equipment availability, reliability and utilization.
• Develop, implement, and manage the preventive and corrective maintenance plans and schedules for the mine site.
• Ensure the maintenance team safely achieve availability, reliability and cost targets through the delivery of effective maintenance plans and schedules.
• Effectively communicate with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Foster a safe and highly productive workplace through clear communications, efficient workflows, and system implementation (e.g. inspections, workplace organization).
• Review and approve requisitions for parts, equipment and services (after ensuring they accurately reflect the desired materials and/or services required) to ensure cost-efficient procurement practices.
• Manage and maintain parts inventory, including critical spares to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of the mine’s maintenance activities and expenditures.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives where possible without compromising safety or quality.
• Manage the maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective solutions for parts, equipment, and labor.
• Ensure that maintenance employees, programs, and systems are effective and support restart and production goals.
• Oversee administration of the maintenance contracts.
• Manage and maintain the maintenance job progression system and ensure that it is administered consistently and equitably.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A bachelor’s degree of Mechanical, Electrical, or Mining Engineering preferred.
• 10+ years of maintenance experience in a mining or industrial environment.
• 5+ years of experience in a supervisory role with proven team building skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of mining equipment and underground mining operations.
• Strong knowledge in electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Proficiency in use of computer systems including, but not limited to, JDE and Microsoft Office programs.
• Possesses strong leadership capabilities and the ability to foster a collaborative and cohesive team environment.
• Exhibits a high level of integrity and ethical behavior in all professional interactions.
• Ability to recognize and resolve conflicts.
• Superior communication and reporting skills
• Enthusiastic, self-driven and dynamic, proactive attitude.
• Valid driver’s license and authorized to work in the US.

• Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.
• Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect