Paste Plant Supervisor
Job Description
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' Macassa Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Beaverhouse First Nation, and Matachewan First Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of Members from these Nations. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Macassa 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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Reporting to the Paste Fill Surface General Supervisor , you will be part of the Surface Operations Department. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning, operation, and optimization of the paste fill plant and supporting the backfilling UDS. This role ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective paste production and distribution while maintaining compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.You will lead the paste fill team and coordinates closely with mining, surface operations, maintenance, and technical services departments.
Operational Management
Supervise the daily paste plant operations, including batching, mixing, sand haul, binder haul and the distribution of the paste;
Assist with paste fill schedules with underground production teams;
Ensure consistent paste quality meeting geotechnical and strength specifications;
Monitor system performance (pumps, pipelines, reticulation systems);
Troubleshoot operational issues to minimize downtime.
Safety & Compliance
Promote and enforce strict adherence to health and safety standards;
Conduct safety meetings, inspections, and risk assessments;
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and tailings management standards;
Assist with incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
Technical & Quality Control
Assist paste recipe development and optimization;
Ensure laboratory testing (slump, UCS, density, binder content) is completed and documented;
Work closely with geotechnical engineers to meet backfill design requirements;
Monitor tailings characteristics and binder consumption.
Leadership & Supervision
Supervise paste plant operators, technicians, and support staff;
Provide coaching, training, and performance evaluations;
Develop shift schedules and workforce planning;
Foster a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.Maintenance & Asset Management.
Maintenance & Asset Management
Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance with the maintenance department;
Ensure reliability of pumps, pipelines, thickeners, mixers, and control systems;
Monitor inventory of binders, spares, and consumables;
Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
Reporting & Budgeting
Track operational KPIs (availability, production rates, binder consumption, costs);
Assist in preparing operational reports for management;
Assist in budgeting and cost control initiatives;
Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities;
Troubleshoot operational issues to minimize downtime.
Minimum 5–10 years’ experience in underground mining or paste fill operations;
At least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role;
Strong understanding of paste backfill systems and geotechnical requirements;
Knowledge of tailings management and binder systems;
Proficiency in mine planning and reporting software (PI, SAP, JDE, – preferred);
Strong leadership and decision-making skills;
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities;
Effective communication and coordination skills;
High attention to safety and compliance;
Ability to work in remote or site-based environments.
YOUR WORK SCHEDULE
Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday / 84 hours per week, Wednesday to Tuesday at our Macassa Mine in Kirkland Lake, ON;
You must be willing to work on a rotational schedule at a remote mine site.
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Compensation Statement
In accordance with applicable legislation, the expected compensation includes base salary and potential bonus opportunity. Your individual pay will reflect your skills and experience while remaining competitive within the local market.