5-10 years of experience in underground mining or paste fill operations
3+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
Strong knowledge of paste backfill systems and geotechnical requirements
Familiarity with tailings management and binder systems
Proficient in mine planning and reporting software (e.g., PI, SAP, JDE)
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
Strong leadership and effective communication skills
Responsibilities
Supervise daily paste plant operations including batching and distribution
Assist with scheduling paste fill with underground production teams
Ensure paste quality meets geotechnical and strength specifications
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot operational issues
Conduct safety meetings, inspections, and risk assessments
Assist in paste recipe development and ensure laboratory testing is documented
Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance and track operational KPIs
Benefits
Work schedule: 40 hours Monday to Thursday or 84 hours Wednesdays to Tuesdays
Opportunity to work at the Macassa Mine, Kirkland Lake, ON
Remote work environment with a rotational schedule
Focus on safety and compliance adherence
A culture of teamwork and continuous improvement
Full Job Description
YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:
Reporting to the Paste Fill Surface General Supervisor , you will be part of the Surface Operations Department. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning, operation, and optimization of the paste fill plant and supporting the backfilling UDS. This role ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective paste production and distribution while maintaining compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.You will lead the paste fill team and coordinates closely with mining, surface operations, maintenance, and technical services departments.
Operational Management
Supervise the daily paste plant operations, including batching, mixing, sand haul, binder haul and the distribution of the paste;
Assist with paste fill schedules with underground production teams;
Ensure consistent paste quality meeting geotechnical and strength specifications;
Monitor system performance (pumps, pipelines, reticulation systems);
Troubleshoot operational issues to minimize downtime.
Safety & Compliance
Promote and enforce strict adherence to health and safety standards;
Conduct safety meetings, inspections, and risk assessments;
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and tailings management standards;
Assist with incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
Technical & Quality Control
Assist paste recipe development and optimization ;
Ensure laboratory testing (slump, UCS, density, binder content) is completed and documented;
Work closely with geotechnical engineers to meet backfill design requirements;
Monitor tailings characteristics and binder consumption .
Leadership & Supervision
Supervise paste plant operators , technicians , and support staff;
Provide coaching, training, and performance evaluations ;
Develop shift schedules and workforce planning;
Foster a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.Maintenance & Asset Management.
Maintenance & Asset Management
Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance with the maintenance department;
Ensure reliability of pumps , pipelines, thickeners , mixers, and control systems ;
Monitor inventory of binders, spares , and consumables;
Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
