Bald Mountain is an open-pit mine with a large estimated mineral resource in the largest private mining land package in the U.S. The mine is located in White Pine County, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world, along the southern extension of the prolific Carlin trend. Bald Mountain and the nearby Round Mountain mine make up Kinross’ Nevada operations.
Bald Mountain is an important contributor to the economy of northeastern Nevada and maintains a comprehensive environmental strategy including wildlife protection, habitat recovery and education.
Job Summary
The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Dispatch Supervisor and will work with Operations Supervisors to achieve daily tonnage targets in support of the mine plan. Working a rotating shift with an assigned Mine Operations crew, the tasks include carrying out a full range of functions associated with a Dispatch Fleet Management System, adapting production assignments for the crew, and completing accurate reporting. Additionally, this includes working closely with the Maintenance crew by communicating equipment needs. The successful candidate will act with professionalism and integrity while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross’ values.
Qualifications & Skill Requirements
-Required: Minimum 1 year experience working for a mining operation
-Required: possess high school diploma or equivalent
-Required: be able to perform basic math calculations
-Required: possess the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
-Required: have a basic understanding of the open pit, heap leach mining process
-Has moderate abilities using basic Window’s computer applications (Excel, Word, Outlook etc.) and can navigate through network drives to access folders
-Strong communication skills
-Ability to work with minimum supervision
-Demonstrated history of working with others, displaying a positive attitude, and working as part of a team
-Must be able good verbal, written, and interpersonal communications skills to efficiently and professionally interact with multiple departments across the site.
-Satisfactory Performance, attendance, and safety record
-Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information
-Consistently willing to learn and improve skills.
-Must be available for shift work, overtime, holidays and weekends.
-Must be 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
-Possession of a valid driver’s license required.
Essential Functions
-Work in office environment for 12.5 hr rotating shifts
-Assign crew and equipment to conduct tasks to safely achieve mine production goals
-Monitor crew activity during shift to ensure safe and efficient production
-Manage Dispatch system to ensure optimal use of available resources
-Demonstrate the willingness to learn and apply procedures applicable to position
-Understands the mining process and communicate with the various departments as needed
-Knowledge of crew members and their abilities
-Well versed on equipment and equipment operations
-Must be able to help troubleshoot equipment problems and guide operators over the radio in a professional manner.
-Work with Radio Technicians to troubleshoot all reported problems with the system or hardware installed on equipment
-Train employees as needed and assigned to operate the Dispatch system.
-Manage the phone, radio, and computer duties in Dispatch such as:
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-Understand code blue procedures and responsibilities
-Lime, fuel and other deliveries
-Monitor pit activities using video feed
-Manage blending optimization at leach pads
-Manage tire temperatures/pressures using tire monitoring system
-Monitor Operator Alertness System
-Other tasks as assigned
-Develop understanding of Dispatch system and capable of running the system
-Must be able to handle basic optimization, upset management, and communicate in a timely manner
-Request assistance from supervision/management based on event when required
-Compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
-Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by Management.
Health, Safety, & Environmental Requirements
-Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
-Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
-Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
-Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
-Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.
Kinross Leadership Practices
-Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.
-Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect.
-Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization.
-Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.
-Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.
-Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.
-Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals. Models humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.
-Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value.
-Relentlessly champions, develops and embeds best practices.
Kinross Competencies
-Strategic Effectiveness
Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.
-External Engagement
Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.
-Business Focus
Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.
-Living the Kinross Values
Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.
This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.
Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).
