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 & Emergency Management Superintendent, you will be part of the Asset Protection Department. You will be accountable for day to day operations at the Detour Lake Mine Site. 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.
- Formulates, develops, and administers directives, programs, policies, and procedures to achieve corporate and departmental objectives;
- Under the Direction of the Asset Protection and Emergency Management Superintendent, this position works directly with the volunteer-appointed Emergency Response Team Volunteers (underground Mine Rescue Team and Surface Emergency Response Team);
- Manages resources to achieve strategic objectives in such areas as deployment, equipment, training, and technology procedure and use and overall compliance to the applicable requirements;
- Demonstrates leadership in managing and engaging team members, providing feedback and/or constructive feedback;
- Ascertains quotations and estimates for budgetary considerations and approvals, making recommendations to inform current and future expenditures;
- Procures services and goods in accordance with corporate policy and process;
- Formulates deployment and learning programs to achieve objectives and standards;
- Provides guidance and consultation to ensure master plan standards, Agnico Eagle Mines Detour Lake property policies and procedures, and Provincial legislation and standards are adhered to;
- Ensures workplace accidents are investigated and appropriate follow up and/or remedial action is taken; participates in Joint Health and Safety Committees as management representatives;
- Perform fire investigations to determine the preliminary cause, securing the incident scene and preserving evidence, according to job performance requirements;
- Supervising emergency services but not limited to, medical, rescue (confined space, high angle, elevator, trench, surface water,)- hazardous material, Airport response, and other related emergency services, when required, in a safe, competent, and professional manner;
- Describe the procedures for conducting fire inspections so that all hazards, including hazardous materials, are identified;
- Supervise emergency operations, conduct pre-incident planning, and deploy assigned resources;
- Develop and conduct post-incident analysis so that all required critical elements are identified and communicated;
- Processes customer service concerns, investigating, problem solving, and responding as appropriate;
- Acts as department liaison regarding allied partners including paramedic services, police, and neighboring fire services;
- Oversees public relations activities on behalf of the department, identifying and communicating with all necessary audiences, and acting as spokesperson as required;
- Responsible for the hiring, discipline, dismissal, performance management, and training of staff, in consultation with the Asset Protection and Emergency Management Superintendent and Human Resources;
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What You Need To Succeed
- Must be a graduate of the Ontario Fire College, Company Officer Diploma or equivalent;
- Minimum 10 years of service in a municipal / Industrial Fire Service with at least 5 years of progressive supervisory experience;
- Experience in the development and delivery of fire, medical/rescue, and hazardous material programs/services;
- Supervisory experience, including significant leadership experience in a complex and diverse environment;
- Demonstrated knowledge of building construction and techniques including wiring, heating systems, industrial processes (including chemical reactions), and the dangers of flammable and combustible materials and liquids, and ability to read and interpret building plans, drawings, and blueprints;
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, standards, codes, Industry, policy, and practice pertaining to fire protection/prevention, inspection, investigation, safety education, and legal proceedings, such as the Fire Protection and Prevention Act, Ontario Fire Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Human Rights Code, Provincial Offences Act and Criminal Code of Canada;
- Excellent administration, organizational, and time-management skills;
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required;
- Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with a commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management, and companywide;
- Currently certified Emergency Medical Responder (EMR);
- Proficiency in the use of required photography and/or audio-visual equipment;
- Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, S4 Hana/JD Edwards Enterprise Resource Planning interface, the Internet, and any other related software;
- Must participate in extensive and ongoing fire service training (e.g., leadership workshops, executive leadership seminars, emergency planning workshops);
- ICS 100, (200 & 300 would be considered an asset);
- Successful completion of NFPA 1002 Apparatus Driver Operator Certification;
- Successful completion of NFPA 1003 Airport professional or CARS 3.1.4 would be considered an asset;
- Successful completion of NFPA 1021 Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualification Level 1;
- Successful completion of NFPA 1041 Standard for Fire and Emergency Services Instructor Level 1;
- Successful completion of NFPA 1035 Standard on Fire and Life Safety Educator Public Information Officer Level I (Willing to Obtain);
- NFPA 1051 Wildland firefighter would be considered an asset;
- Upon a conditional offer of employment, a Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search, will be required;
- Previous Ontario Mine Rescue experience would be considered an asset.
Your Work Schedule
- Schedule: 14/14 schedule 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.
