Lead underground mine rescue training and emergency response at Agnico Eagle’s Detour Lake Mine, applying firefighting expertise and incident command principles.
Reporting to the Asset Protection and Emergency Management Superintendent, you will oversee operational, administrative, and supervisory training responsibilities. The position requires technical competence in firefighting operations, instructional methods, incident command, and underground emergency response. You will coordinate staff development, support emergency preparedness, and act as Emergency Response Coordinator when required.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver Underground Mine Rescue training programs
Coordinate emergency exercises, evacuations, fire scenarios, and competitions
Inspect, test, maintain, and inventory rescue equipment
Provide technical expertise during underground rescue operations
Support emergency planning, investigations, and incident response
Requirements
Post-secondary education in an applicable or related field
Three to five years of emergency leadership or supervision
At least five years in emergency response or rescue
Common Core and required NFPA certifications
Ontario D-Z driver’s licence and physical readiness
Apply underground rescue leadership, firefighting knowledge, and training expertise while supporting protected operations at Detour Lake Mine.