- Location: True North Complex, Bissett, Manitoba (Camp-Based)
- Job Type: Full time, Permanent
- Company: 1911 Gold Corporation
- Schedule: 14 days on / 14 days off
- Work Location: This position is based at the True North Mine site. Camp accommodations and meals are provided during scheduled work rotations in accordance with the Company's Camp Accommodation Policy. Transportation to and from the mine site is coordinated from designated travel points in accordance with the Company's Travel Policy.

Position Overview

The Mine General Foreman (GF) will be instrumental in the re-entry, rehabilitation, and eventual restart of the underground mining operations, currently under temporary closure but actively being advanced for future production. This role requires exceptional leadership, a deep commitment to safety, strong technical knowledge of underground gold mining methods, contractor management and the ability to drive operational efficiency and cost management.

Key Responsibilities

Safety and Compliance (HSE)

- Lead by example to cultivate a world-class safety culture throughout the underground operation.
- Ensure rigorous compliance with all Company policies, federal and provincial regulations, including relevant mining, health, and safety legislation in Manitoba.
- Conduct regular, thorough workplace inspections, risk assessments, and safety audits to identify and mitigate all potential hazards.
- Act as the primary on-shift contact person, responding to and managing all underground emergency situations, including first-line incident investigation and reporting.
- Ensure all necessary permits and regulatory requirements are met for daily and planned activities.

Operations and Production





- Directly oversee and coordinate the daily activities of all underground personnel, miners, support personnel, and contractors, ensuring the seamless execution of the mine plan.
- Work closely with the Mine Engineering, the mining contractors and Geology teams to optimize mine development, stope production, and drilling/blasting activities in the high-grade True North gold deposit.
- Monitor and manage production and development targets, track daily work progress, and prepare comprehensive production reports for senior management.
- Oversee the re-commissioning, rehabilitation, and maintenance of critical underground mine infrastructure, including ventilation, dewatering, and rehabilitation projects.
- Implement and maintain effective systems and processes to ensure high equipment utilization, minimize downtime, and optimize efficiency.

Leadership and Administration

- Provide coaching, mentorship to all subordinate supervisors and mine crews to continually improve their skills and performance.
- Effective management of mining contractors execution of the mining plan, and monitoring of quality and quantity of deliverables expected. Track and oversee contractors' reports against the mines actuals.
- Manage labor relations, resolve work-related problems, and recommend personnel actions such as hiring, promotions, and disciplinary measures.




- Assist the Mine Superintendent with budget monitoring and cost control measures, including requisitioning and managing inventory of all necessary materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Coordinate with other departments (Maintenance, Mill Operations, Safety, Exploration, and Technical Services) to ensure cohesive site-wide operations.

Qualifications

Education

- Provincial Certification as an Underground Mine Supervisor or equivalent is required.

Experience

- Minimum of eight years of progressive experience in an underground hard rock mining environment, with several years in a senior supervisory or foreman role (e.g., General Foreman, Mine Supervisor).
- Experience in mine construction, shaft/hoist re-commissioning, and/or mine restart projects.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Demonstrated expertise in underground gold mining methods, specifically in high-grade narrow vein deposits (e.g., cut-and-fill, long-hole stoping).
- Thorough knowledge of relevant Canadian and Manitoba mining regulations, safety standards, and best practices.
- Proven track record of successfully managing a diverse team and improving safety and production metrics.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting, training, and working effectively with technical personnel.
- Ability to work a demanding rotational shift schedule in a challenging underground environment.
- Experience with mining software and Microsoft Suite programs

Equity Diversity and Inclusion

1911 Gold Corporation is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and diverse workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

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