Job Description
Job Overview:
We Pursue a Higher Standard
We are a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious metals producer with seven wholly-owned operations: the New Afton gold-copper mine in British Columbia, Canada, the Rainy River gold-silver mine in Ontario, Canada, the Las Chispas silver-gold mine in Sonora, Mexico, the Palmarejo gold-silver mine in Chihuahua, Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip polymetallic critical minerals exploration project in British Columbia, Canada.
Coeur Alaska’s Kensington mine comprises an underground, hard-rock gold mine, associated milling facilities and a campsite in the historic Berners Bay Mining District, 45 miles north-northwest of Juneau. The mine is accessed via company transportation including bus rides and a boat ride through Lynn Canal.
Coeur Alaska is an integral part of the local community and actively supports education and workforce development programs, environmental stewardship efforts, arts and culture, and local nonprofit agencies through monetary investments, in-kind support, and employee volunteerism.
Approximately 400 miners, mechanics, engineers, operators, geologists, environmental technicians, exploration, and business leaders operate the Kensington mine. Coeur Alaska prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.
About the Job:
The Longhole Supervisor will report to the Longhole Superintendent and is responsible for direct supervision of the Longhole crews including managing, planning, and reporting on drilling, loading, and blasting of all production stopes. The schedule for this position is 14 days on at the mine site located about 45-miles north of Juneau, accessible only through company transportation, and 14 days off.
Responsibilities:
- Stop work for safety concerns, and abide by safety best practices, policies and procedures.
- Work cooperatively with the Development Supervisors and Mine Superintendents to coordinate activities and readiness of Longhole drilling locations.
- Track daily drill footages, ensures productivity and quality of drilling.
- Assess drill condition and work with Maintenance to coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs.
- Inspect and map completed drill holes and develop stope blasting plans.
- Identify and implement “best practices” for longhole stoping at Coeur Alaska Kensington.
- Encourage and foster a positive and productive team environment.
- Comply with and coach employees on Coeur’s safety, environmental, and conduct standards.
- Ensure proper utilization of longhole drills to optimize safe and efficient production.
- Ensure that performance expectations and proficiency standards are met consistently.
- Perform hourly evaluations with assistance from Longhole Superintendent.
- Ensure longhole crews receive training and progression pathways fairly and consistently.
- Work collaboratively with all Supervisors and crews to ensure that equipment and tasks are properly set-up for the next shift.
- Communicate effectively with peers, employees and other departments.
- Ensure compliance with Federal mining regulations, as well as Federal and State environmental standards.
- Provide consistency in the application of Company policies, procedures, and training to ensure the safest work environment for employees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Ability to work safely and promote safe behavior in others.
- Degree in Mine Engineering with 5 years of underground experience, inclusive of longhole design.
- Solid background in longhole drilling and blasting practices.
- Well-developed decision making and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience designing and scheduling in Deswik.
- Basic computer skills and ability to work with Microsoft Office programs.
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others and maintain positive attitude.
- Candidates must have demonstrated success working safely, independently, assuming responsibility, and communicating effectively and professionally.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a team-oriented mindset – being respectful, reliable, and easy to work with is just as important as technical skills.
- Sets high standards for self and others, builds trust, and takes accountability.
- Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50lbs, stand and walk for upwards of 8 hours a day, and climb hundreds of feet of escapeways in a reasonable amount of time.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
- Experience with Sandvik Longhole drills.
- Experience or familiarity with automation of Longhole drills.
- Preference given to Alaska residents.
Physical Demands:
This position requires the ability to safely perform work in a mining environment, including, but not limited to:
- Working outdoors in a range of environmental conditions, including rain, snow, ice, wind, cold temperatures, and periods of limited daylight.
- Frequent standing and walking on uneven surfaces on surface and underground.
- Climbing stairs, ladders, and escapeways.
- Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds often and up to 50 pounds on occasion, pushing and pulling equipment or materials up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching.
- Employees must be able to wear required PPE, including respiratory protection when applicable, work in varying environmental conditions, and participate in emergency response and evacuation procedures.
Mine Site Information:
The Kensington Mine is located within the historic Berners Bay Mining District, a region with deep mining roots that date back over a century. The mine site is a remote camp located approximately 45 miles outside of Juneau, Alaska. Transportation to and from the mine site happens twice per day (once in the morning and once in the afternoon) and takes approximately 1.5 hours each way. To get to the mine site, employees board a bus in Juneau that transports to the Yankee Cove dock (~30 minutes), then board a boat (~45 minutes), then board another bus to the camp area (~15 minutes). Food and housing is provided on-site to employees. Rooms are dormitory style with two twin beds, a TV, and storage for your personal belongings.
Notice to Applicants:
After submitting your application, you will receive an automated email confirming receipt. Due to a high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual updates or respond to application inquiries. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Many hiring managers work rotational schedules, and the review process may take several weeks. Please note that applicants should not expect additional communication during this time. If you are not selected for an interview, you will receive an email notification once the position has been filled.
Recruitment Window:
Applications will be accepted through August 5th.
It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
