Mine Operations Superintendent
- Allan, SK, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.
What You'll Do
- Collaboratively manage underground mine production, rehab, and service crew activities in concert with the maintenance department to minimize unscheduled downtime.
- Integrate engineering, planning, and operational aspects of the work to meet (or exceed) production targets while maintaining full compliance with safety, health and environmental standards, budgets, and labor parameters.
- Manage, track, and report on costs (daily, weekly, and monthly).
- Administer safety programs, including compliance checks, life-critical audits, area inspections, and job observations.
- Ensure compliance with all Corporate and Divisional goals related to performance metrics, safety systems, and operational excellence.
- Monitor and audit delays to effectively and efficiently support operations planning.
- Establish and monitor shutdown planning, compliance, and critical task identification.
- Contribute to the development of short-, medium-, and long-range plans, with a focus on borer sequencing and utilization.
- Manage service providers, budgets, and make appropriate adjustments to production and construction activities.
- Lead automation teams to advance automation initiatives and improve utilization of new technologies.
- Lead continuous improvement teams supporting mine operations, mine maintenance, and mine engineering through the evaluation of new technologies and business practices.
- Work with the training team to enhance training programs.
- Support training personnel on safe work practices and monitor compliance to ensure practices are followed.
- Conduct performance reviews of mine operations personnel.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to direct reports and others, fostering leadership development.
- Encourage and maintain two-way communication with direct reports to increase employee engagement.
- Actively administer labor relations by establishing and maintaining strong relationships with union leadership.
- A degree in an applicable engineering/geoscience discipline and eligibility to practice as a Professional Engineer or Geoscientist in Saskatchewan is considered an asset; equivalent education or experience in a related field will also be considered
- 5+ years of experience in an operations management position
- 10+ years experience within a large mining operation site (open pit, surface, or underground)
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated commitment to safety
- Proven to work productively with others
- Promotes and maintains a healthy and positive work environment
- Proven ability to lead for maximum results
- Strong technical knowledge of mining and an understanding of mining operations as a whole
- Knowledge of technological advancements in the mining sector
- Home At Shift End – Enjoy the stability of shift-based work without long hauls or time away
- Excellent Benefits – Comprehensive health, dental, pension, and wellness programs
- Stability – We are deeply committed to our potash operations in Saskatchewan and are one of the largest employers in the province
- Safety First – We maintain the highest safety standards to support you and your team
- Career Development – Access training and career growth in a supportive team environment
The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
This job posting will no longer accept new applications past 11:59 pm on October 23, 2026 (Saskatchewan time). In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.
Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the recruiter identified in this posting.
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More about this job
Responsibilities
Lead underground mine production, rehabilitation, and service activities while coordinating with maintenance, engineering, and planning teams to meet production targets and comply with safety, environmental, budget, and labor requirements. Manage costs, safety programs, shutdowns, service providers, automation and continuous improvement initiatives, and develop and support mine personnel.
Requirements
The role calls for 10 or more years of experience at a large mining operation and at least five years in operations management, along with strong leadership, interpersonal, safety, and technical mining capabilities. A relevant engineering or geoscience degree and eligibility for professional registration in Saskatchewan are considered an asset; equivalent education or related experience may also be considered.
Skills
- Underground Mine Operations
- Production Planning
- Mine Maintenance Coordination
- Safety Management
- Environmental Compliance
- Cost Management
- Shutdown Planning
- Borer Sequencing
- Contractor Management
- Automation Leadership
- Continuous Improvement
- Training and Development
- Performance Management
- Labor Relations
- Leadership and Mentoring
- Mining Technology
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Pension
- Wellness Programs
- Career Development
- Training
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Management & Leadership
- Engineering
- Trades
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Underground Mining
- Mine Production
- Mine Rehabilitation
- Service Crews
- Maintenance Coordination
- Production Targets
- Safety Compliance
- Health and Environmental Standards
- Cost Tracking and Reporting
- Safety Audits
- Area Inspections
- Job Observations
- Operational Excellence
- Delay Monitoring
- Shutdown Planning
- Borer Sequencing
- Service Provider Management
- Automation
- Continuous Improvement
- Mine Engineering
- Mining Technology
- Training Programs
- Performance Reviews
- Labor Relations
- Union Leadership
- Professional Engineer
- Professional Geoscientist
- Saskatchewan