Superintendent, Safety in Algoma

IAMGOLD is a Canadian‑based gold mining company with operations and development projects across North America and West Africa. We believe mining can be different. By combining innovation with a strong commitment to sustainability and accountability, we create lasting value for our people and the communities where we operate.

About The Role

We’re actively searching for a Superintendent, Safety at our Côté Gold operation, reporting to the Sustainability Manager. This role is responsible for the implementation of the Safety Management System and provides “hands‑on” safety leadership, actively supporting supervisors and frontline teams. This position plays a vital role in advancing IAMGOLD’s purpose by fostering a strong safety culture, protecting employees and communities, and ensuring operations are conducted responsibly, sustainably, and in full compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of the site’s Safety Management System.
• Translate the safety strategy into operational plans, ensuring effective execution.
• Govern Safety Management System performance by monitoring implementation, identifying gaps, and driving continuous improvement across site safety processes.
• Coach and support front‑line supervisors and safety coordinators to consistently execute delivery of safety processes, including inspections, hazard identification, critical control verification, incident response, and corrective action follow‑up.
• Lead, develop, and manage a high‑performing safety team by setting clear expectations, building technical capability, supporting training and succession planning, and fostering an inclusive, accountable, and results‑driven environment.
• Manage safety programs and training initiatives, in collaboration with the Training department, ensuring quality delivery, proper certification, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Lead site‑wide safety activities through visible field presence, supervisor engagement, and consistent reinforcement of company standards, regulatory requirements, and safe work practices.
• Advise and support leaders, supervisors, and employees on safety requirements, safe work practices, regulatory expectations, and practical risk controls that enable effective frontline decision‑making.
• Develop and monitor safety performance metrics, reporting systems, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall safety performance.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to optimize safety performance, monitor KPIs, and implement strategies that reduce risk, improve efficiency, and support operational goals.
• Contribute to business planning, budgeting, and cost management by aligning safety resources, programs, and improvement initiatives to operational priorities and risk‑based decision‑making.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the Contractor Management System, ensuring contractor safety requirements are embedded in onboarding, field execution, performance monitoring, and corrective action follow‑up.
• Lead the Incident Management Program, drive approval and tracking of SMART recommendations and providing oversight of the incident management database to maintain data integrity and quality assurance.

Job Qualifications

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in a health and safety or mining related field.
• Formal professional designation (such as CSRP) in applicable area of expertise is considered an asset.
• Experience interacting with regulatory authorities and exceptional knowledge of mining‑related regulations in Ontario.
• A minimum of 8 years of related work experience with 5 or more years of leadership experience.

Skills & Strengths, We Value

• Excellent working knowledge of health and safety legislation, systems and processes.
• Subject matter expert on the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations, and other applicable legislation and regulations for mining in Ontario.
• Ability to lead, provide support, maintain accountability, resolve conflict while building positive relationships, and maintaining effective networks in a cross‑cultural environment.
• Motivated self‑starter with complex problem‑solving ability. Must be collaborative with a solution‑focused approach.
• Robust knowledge of risk management, hazard identification, and critical control monitoring.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts and ideas in a clear and concise manner.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Extended health, dental, and insurance benefits for peace of mind.
• Flexible Spending Power – Health & Personal Spending Accounts to fit your evolving needs.
• Support When It Matters – Employee & Family Assistance Program for life’s challenges.
• Future‑Ready Savings – Registered Pension Plan with company match, plus TFSA & RRSP options.
• Shared Success – Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match—because we grow together.
• Teachers on Call Pilot – Tutoring for Children of Employees Grades 3-10.

We recognize that not everyone will meet every requirement listed, and that’s okay. If this role excites you and you believe you have relevant experience or transferable skills, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting growth and development.

We’re an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a workplace where every perspective sparks progress. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

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