Underground Emergency Response Specialist

WHAT DOES AGNICO EAGLE VALUE?

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

About Our Operation

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

Agnico Eagle Mines' Detour Lake Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Taykwa Tagamou Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario, and therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Detour Lake Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

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In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process.

Your Next Challenge

Reporting to the Asset Protection and Emergency Management Superintendent, you will be part of the Underground Department. You will undertake day-to-day operational, administrative, and supervisory responsibilities associated with the training programs put in place by the Emergency Response Coordinator. You must possess extensive technical competence in firefighting operations and techniques, incident command system principles and functions, and current teaching and instructional methods. General responsibilities include, but are not limited to: planning, developing, coordinating, supervising, and evaluating fire department training programs and staff development activities. Leadership and supervisory competency for this position are significant. Extensive initiative and independence of judgment and action are required in this position. This position also acts as the Emergency Response Coordinator in their absence. The position will also include regular maintenance on rescue equipment as directed by the Emergency Response Coordinator. Hours of work will vary to accommodate operational requirements such as meetings, training schedules, and volunteer firefighter availability. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

• Establish and prioritize departmental goals and objectives that align with the Company’s mission and visons;
• Under the Direction of the Emergency Response Coordinator, this position works directly with the volunteer-appointed Captains, Firefighters, and external entities in establishing the department’s training plans;

• Establishes short and Long-term training objectives and programs in consultation with the Emergency Response Coordinator and appointed volunteer training Captains, linking training goals to operational needs, regulatory requirements, and applicable industry standards;
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver Underground Mine Rescue training programs in accordance with Ontario Mine Rescue requirements and company standards;
• Liaise with Ontario Mine Rescue officials to ensure adherence to training, Mutual Aid and Memorandum of Understanding agreements and adhered to and upkeep and availability of outlined equipment as prescribed;
• • Coordinate and participate in underground emergency response exercises, mock evacuations, mine fire scenarios, and mine rescue competitions;
  • Conduct inspections, testing, maintenance, and inventory control of underground mine rescue equipment including breathing apparatus, gas monitoring equipment, refuge stations, communication systems, and rescue vehicles;
  • Support underground emergency preparedness planning, risk assessments, emergency drills, and incident investigations;
  • Provide technical expertise in underground mine rescue operations including fire suppression, mine fires, smoke conditions, confined space rescue, casualty extraction, and emergency evacuation procedures;
  • Support the Emergency Response Coordinator in maintaining compliance with applicable mining legislation, emergency response requirements, and best practices related to underground mining operations;
  • Mitigation of fires/explosions and environmental incidents and saving of life and company property;
  • Delivering a full range of emergency services - including medical response, rescue operations (confined space, high-angle, elevator, trench, and surface water), hazardous materials incidents, airport emergencies, and other related services - performed safely, competently, and professionally as required;
  • Ensuring the proper preventive maintenance of fire department equipment, structure & building fire equipment, site fire systems, both water and non-water-based, plus all related equipment;
  • Supports emergency incidents, Investigations, Inspections, Incident Action Plans, Emergency Operation Centers, and as required provides support and direction to non-suppression/Rescue departments within the company;
  • Performs other related duties as required.
    

What You Need To Succeed

• Post-Secondary education, in an applicable or related field
• Minimum Ontario Driver’s License with D-Z Endorsement;
• Minimum 3-5 years in a leadership, officer, training or supervisory role within emergency response, firefighting, underground mine rescue, or a related emergency services environment;
• Minimum 5 years experience in emergency response, firefighting, underground miner rescue, or industrial rescue environments, with UG mining experience strongly preferred;
• Common Core Certification;
• Medical responder or paramedic background would be considered an asset;
• ICS 100, (200 & 300 would be considered an asset);
• NFPA 1001 Level I & II (Pro Board and/or IFSAC Accredited)
• NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operations (Pro Board and/or IFSAC Accredited)
• NFPA 1002 Apparatus Driver Operator Certification;
• NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Certification (Must complete Levels 1 & 2 within 12 months);
• NFPA 1041 Fire Service Instructor Certification (Must complete Levels 1 & 2 within 12 months);
• NFPA 1006 Technical Rescue (Confined Space, Rope, Elevator, Trench, Surface Water, Vehicle and Machinery);
• NFPA 1003 Airport professional or CARS 3.1.4;
• NFPA 1051 Wildland firefighter;
• EMR (Emergency Medical Responder) Certification;
• Demonstrated athletic or physical capabilities and achievements;
• Must be fit and able to handle the sustained, intense physical and psychological effort required to perform duties of this position;
• Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions in a team-oriented environment;
• Willingness and ability to work in extremely adverse and dangerous situations;
• Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications, especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint.
  
  

Assets / Preferred Qualifications

• Active or previous member of the Ontario Mine Rescue program is considered a strong asset.
• Ontario Mine Rescue Certified Technician, Trainer, Captain, Instructor, or District Competition experience is considered an asset.
• Previous participation in Ontario Mine Rescue District or Provincial Competitions is considered a strong asset.
• Previous underground mining operational experience is considered an asset.
• Experience within a large-scale underground hard rock mine is preferred.
  
  

Your Work Schedule

• Must be willing and able to work 12 hour days on a 14 on, 14 off schedule and respond to emergencies as needed at our Detour Lake Mine;
• Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides transportation to and from the mine site and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada.