Mine Supervisor in Timmins, Ontario at Magris Talc

About the Role

Magris Talc is one of the world’s leading talc producers, and our Penhorwood site is located in Northern Ontario, between Foleyet and Timmins, as part of our Canadian operations. We are seeking a Mine Supervisor to support operations at our Penhorwood site. This role is critical in ensuring mining activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with production and quality targets.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Mine Supervisor oversees the coordination between internal teams, contractors, and technical services to ensure mining plans are translated into effective field execution. The role holds accountability for schedule adherence, cost control, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

Ensure all mining activitiescomply withsite safety standards, regulations, and company policiesSupport safety programs, reporting, and continuous improvement initiativesPromote safe work practices and hold contractors accountable for safety performanceSupport risk assessments and monitoring programs related to open pit operations

Project Coordination & Operations

Assiststhe engineering team in short-term mining schedules (0–12 months) aligned with mine plansMonitor contractor performance against production targets and key metricsTranslate mining plans and designs into executable field activitiesCoordinate drilling, blasting, excavation, and crushing activitiesAct as the primary interface between site operations and contractorsLead planning meetings and performance reviewsPrepare reports, status updates, and performance tracking documentation

Budget & Cost Control

Track mining costs against budgets and forecastsReview contractor performance, productivity, and invoicingAnalyze variances and recommend corrective actionsSupport budgeting and forecasting processes for mining activities

Leadership & Collaboration

Work closely with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Environment, Operations)Build strong working relationships with contractors, stakeholders, and regulatorsContribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiativesSupport HR, HSEQ, and site compliance requirements as needed

Qualifications & Experience

4–6+ years of experience in mining or construction operationsStrong understanding of open pit mining and contractor-based operationsPrevious supervisory or leadership experienceExperience with mobile equipment operations is considered an assetStrong knowledge of safety and operational best practices

Skills & Attributes

Strong organizational and planning skillsSolid analytical and problem-solving abilitiesEffective communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and meet deadlinesConfident in using MS Office tools (Excel, Project, Word)Self-motivated with the ability to work independentlyStrong leadership and team-building capabilities

What We're Looking For

Safety-focused leader witha strong senseof accountabilityCollaborative and professional in working with diverse stakeholdersAdaptable and resourceful in managing complex operational challengesDriven to improve performance, efficiency, and team effectiveness

Why Join Magris Talc?

Work on a dynamic, contractor-driven mining operationOpportunity to impact production performance and site strategyCollaborative team environment across technical and operational groupsComprehensive benefits package, employer paidPension offeringsA 4/10 schedule with 3-day weekendsEmployeeassistanceprogram (EAP) and access to Personify Health, a personal wellness and rewards platformTravel allowance and remote payA chance to make a real impact — as a smaller, tight-knit company, your contributions are visible and meaningful, andyou’llwork alongside a highly skilled team that takes pride in what they do