Emergency Response Specialist, Underground
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Key details
- Location
- Cochrane, ON, Canada
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Mid level
- Function
- Operations & Strategy
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- Yesterday
Skills
About the role
At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.
At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.
Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.
Agnico Eagle Mines' Detour Lake Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Taykwa Tagamou Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario, and therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Detour Lake Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.
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In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process.
Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.
Agnico Eagle Mines' Detour Lake Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Taykwa Tagamou Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario, and therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Detour Lake Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.
Want to learn more about Detour Lake Mine? Click here!
In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process.
Reporting to the Asset Protection and Emergency Management Superintendent, you will be part of the Underground Department. You will undertake day-to-day operational, administrative, and supervisory responsibilities associated with the training programs put in place by the Emergency Response Coordinator. You must possess extensive technical competence in firefighting operations and techniques, incident command system principles and functions, and current teaching and instructional methods. General responsibilities include, but are not limited to: planning, developing, coordinating, supervising, and evaluating fire department training programs and staff development activities. Leadership and supervisory competency for this position are significant. Extensive initiative and independence of judgment and action are required in this position. This position also acts as the Emergency Response Coordinator in their absence. The position will also include regular maintenance on rescue equipment as directed by the Emergency Response Coordinator. Hours of work will vary to accommodate operational requirements such as meetings, training schedules, and volunteer firefighter availability. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.
Establish and prioritize departmental goals and objectives that align with the Company’s mission and visons;
Under the Direction of the Emergency Response Coordinator, this position works directly with the volunteer-appointed Captains, Firefighters, and external entities in establishing the department’s training plans;
Establishes short and Long-term training objectives and programs in consultation with the Emergency Response Coordinator and appointed volunteer training Captains, linking training goals to operational needs, regulatory requirements, and applicable industry standards;
Develop, coordinate, and deliver Underground Mine Rescue training programs in accordance with Ontario Mine Rescue requirements and company standards;
Liaise with Ontario Mine Rescue officials to ensure adherence to training, Mutual Aid and Memorandum of Understanding agreements and adhered to and upkeep and availability of outlined equipment as prescribed;
Coordinate and participate in underground emergency response exercises, mock evacuations, mine fire scenarios, and mine rescue competitions;
Conduct inspections, testing, maintenance, and inventory control of underground mine rescue equipment including breathing apparatus, gas monitoring equipment, refuge stations, communication systems, and rescue vehicles;
Support underground emergency preparedness planning, risk assessments, emergency drills, and incident investigations;
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Provide technical expertise in underground mine rescue operations including fire suppression, mine fires, smoke conditions, confined space rescue, casualty extraction, and emergency evacuation procedures;
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