Technical Services Manager

Discover a rewarding career opportunity at Kinross in the stunning rural landscapes of Washington State.  Recognized for our leadership in low-impact mine development and nationally acclaimed for our reclamation and closure practices, our team has produced gold from six different deposits in the region since 1990.  Currently we are advancing a multi-year pipeline of projects and growing our team to ensure effective delivery and seamless transition into operations.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Operations Director, the Technical Services Manager provides strategic leadership and management of all technical disciplines supporting underground mining, including mine planning, geology, engineering, survey, ventilation, and geotechnical functions. The manager ensures the delivery of safe, cost-effective practices and optimum extraction of resources in alignment with Kinross’s policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Align the technical services department and individual goals with site vision and strategic planning initiatives.
• Oversee the development and execution of short, medium, and long-term mine plans, budgets, and production strategies to meet business targets.
• Ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance in mine designs, ventilation models, resource estimations, technical studies, and reporting.
• Lead the reserve and resource declaration process, from geologic modeling through economic evaluation and determination.
• Manage the design, construction, and commissioning of mine infrastructures.
• Lead the business planning process, including operational costs as well as potential capital needs, to create a budget for the site.
• Coordinate technical services activities to support operational teams and align plans with production and development schedules.
• Implement and promote continuous improvement initiatives, adopting new technologies and best practices.
• Mentor, develop, and manage technical staff, including knowledge transfer and performance management.
• Conduct performance evaluations, recommend promotions and carry out corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare and deliver accurate technical reports, forecasts, and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and corporate governance standards in all technical service activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline.
• Advanced qualifications in mine planning, mineral economics, or management preferred.
• 10+ years’ experience in underground mining with at least 5 years in a technical services leadership or management role.
• Extensive expertise in underground mine planning, geotechnical analysis, geology, budgeting, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and team development capabilities.
• Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business acumen with experience or education a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of the management team.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license and authorized to work in the US.

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.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Operations Director, and in the interim reports to General Manager.

Language Requirements

English

Compensation Data

Salary Range: $170,000 - $185,000

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match
• Paid time off
• Stock purchase option
• Basic life insurance
• Short and long term incentive

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).