Frontline Supervisors are needed to oversee the work environment and take responsibility for the safety of their team. Frontline Supervisors solve problems and meet targets, they communicate and work well with others, and they lead by example to promote a culture of safety.
Job description
- Take responsibility for the safety of their team by close observation of the work environment and taking action when needed to prevent incidents
- Lead by example, and promote a culture of safety and environmental protection in the workplace
- Work in mine operational areas, supervising the extraction of minerals from underground or surface mines
- Plan and organize work, distribute tasks to their team, oversee work progress and achieve production targets
- Build teams, motivate individuals and solve problems to achieve results
- Work with senior managers and other super visors to promote and achieve overall mine objectives
- Play a crucial role in keeping the lines of communication open between mine management and the team
- Develop their employees by providing advice, encouragement and coaching
- Ensure that both new and experienced workers are well-trained and have the skills and knowledge they need to do their jobs safely and effectively
- Comply with legislation and regulations concerning safety, employment and protection of the environment
- Work with trade unions, if the mine is unionized
Frontline Supervisors are based in an office in the mine and spend time overseeing activities on-site. They work in confined spaces, at heights, or in difficult environments, and participate in meetings with mine management and other stakeholders.
