Superintendant - Geology

at  Newmont Mining

Workplace Type: Onsite
At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.
Éléonore is a fly-in, fly‑out operation, with a world-class, state-of-the-art facility that is among the largest gold mines in Quebec. It is located in Eeyou Istchee/James Bay, in a remote corner of the Northern Quebec region, 800 km north of Montreal. A place where we ensure all employees can reach their full potential, establishing an open door and supportive work environment.
Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.
About the role
The Geological Superintendent is part of the mine’s technical services team. He/she is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing programs aimed at defining and exploiting the mine’s mineral reserves. The Geological Superintendent adheres to the company’s principles by adopting a management approach focused on sustainable development, operational excellence, and the organization’s code of conduct.

Essential Duties

• Supervise underground geological mapping activities, sampling, drilling, and geological data analysis.
• Monitor the control and quality of both internal and external laboratories.
• Ensure effective cost management and adherence to timelines.
• Lead and coordinate geologists and technicians, evaluate their performance, and ensure employee development.
• Produce and present control, monitoring, and progress reports, particularly in terms of geological reconciliation with estimates.
• Resolve issues related to the department and recommend actions to improve productivity.
• Comply with, understand, and promote the company’s regulations and policies, especially concerning health and safety.
• Provide geological condition information to support the design of underground infrastructure (extraction work sites, tunnels, permanent infrastructure, etc.).
• Set objectives for the department and prepare budgets accordingly.
• Manage the activities of the diamond drilling contractor.
• Coordinate the estimation of mineral resources and reserves.
• Design and implement definition drilling programs to increase mineral reserves and define them for extraction.
• Participate in the development of medium- and long-term production objectives in collaboration with the exploration and planning team.

Training& Experience

• University degree in applied geology or geological engineering.
• A minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in underground mining geology, including 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Member of the Ordre des Géologues du Québec.
• Hold a valid general explosive and driving permit.
• Completed mining module training (F.M.T.M.).
• Strong computer skills, including software such as Vulcan, Deswik, Leapfrog, and MS Office Suite.
• Bilingualism in French and English is essential.

Skills and competencies

• Partnership and teamwork in a multicultural environment.
• Adaptability.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experience in team management, planning, and geological project management in an underground mining environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability.

Working Conditions

• Schedule: 8 days of work followed by 6 days of rest
• Eleonore Mine Site (fly-in, fly-out from Montreal, Chibougamau, Matagami, Rouyn-Noranda, Val D’Or and Wemindji)

Interested qualified candidates should send their resume via the company’s Web site at www.newmont.com no later than February 25, 2025.
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview.
As an equal opportunity employer, Newmont is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process

• Supervise underground geological mapping activities, sampling, drilling, and geological data analysis.
• Monitor the control and quality of both internal and external laboratories.
• Ensure effective cost management and adherence to timelines.
• Lead and coordinate geologists and technicians, evaluate their performance, and ensure employee development.
• Produce and present control, monitoring, and progress reports, particularly in terms of geological reconciliation with estimates.
• Resolve issues related to the department and recommend actions to improve productivity.
• Comply with, understand, and promote the company’s regulations and policies, especially concerning health and safety.
• Provide geological condition information to support the design of underground infrastructure (extraction work sites, tunnels, permanent infrastructure, etc.).
• Set objectives for the department and prepare budgets accordingly.
• Manage the activities of the diamond drilling contractor.
• Coordinate the estimation of mineral resources and reserves.
• Design and implement definition drilling programs to increase mineral reserves and define them for extraction.
• Participate in the development of medium- and long-term production objectives in collaboration with the exploration and planning team