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Technical Services Superintendent
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What they do
A Mining Manager is responsible for planning future mine production, overseeing the development and tunneling of the mine, checking the quality of stone, rock and minerals, and inspecting the mine for danger. Carry out generic management duties, such as hiring staff, organizing staff training, overseeing financial administration, and liaising and negotiating with suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders.
$87,906 / year median in Michigan
+6% projected growth
Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE
The Technical Services Superintendent leads and coordinates the safe, efficient, and effective execution of mining activities while overseeing all Mine site technical departments, including Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Mining Engineering, and Surveying. Superintendents at Eagle connect strategy to action, turning site goals into achievable operational plans. They create clarity for Supervisors, build teamwork across departments, and support a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Their leadership directly impacts performance, engagement, and operational outcomes.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES
Provide direction, guidance, and support to Supervisors and other direct reports for effective daily execution. Promote teamwork, communication, and alignment across shifts and crews. Coach Supervisors in leadership, planning, and performance management. Recognize and reinforce desired behaviors and cultural standards. Encourage innovation, ownership, and employee participation in problem-solving. Ensure effective two-way communication between front-line teams and site leadership. Demonstrate visible safety leadership in the field. Identifying obstacles and implementing strategies to achieve budgeted production and commercial targets Managing the process of developing improvements to the Geology, Geotechnical, Mining, and Surveying management methods, and systems Ensure the accuracy of mine plans to allow all operational activities to be delivered to contract specifications Working closely with the maintenance team with scheduled servicing plans and identifying issues that impact production Identifying and acting upon continuous improvement opportunities in the technical service area Assisting to achieve project KPIs and setting of objectives and KPIs for work teams Assisting accountants with accrual information for end of month closure. Other duties as assigned.EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's of Science in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or another similar field 10+ years of experience at operating mines, primarily in underground environments 5+ years of experience managing Technical Professionals Experience with Deswik, Maptek Vulcan, and Leapfrog preferred Competent with Microsoft software packages Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team-building skillsKEY PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
Action oriented- Drives others to take timely action, Identifies and seizes new opportunities Ensures Accountability
- Accepts responsibility for successes and failures of own work and team's work Decision Quality
- Synthesizes information, experience, and inputs to determine the best course of action Collaborates
- Facilitates effective collaboration among coworkers and external partners Communicates Effectively
- Practices active and attentive listening skills to verify understanding Manages Ambiguity
- Coaches others in finding solutions despite incomplete information Drives Engagement
- Ensures that all team members are motivated to work toward common goals Plans and Aligns
- Ensures that the team's plans and priorities are aligned with the organization Strategic Mindset
- Leads the team to pursue possibilities that will create sustainable value Builds Effective Teams
- Ensures that the team has the right mix of skills and leverages strengths