Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

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 the operation is managing an exciting multi-year pipeline of projects and is looking to build our team to effectively deliver results.

Job Summary

The Mine Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for leading the safe and efficient execution of fixed maintenance and electrical work at the Curlew mine site. This role ensures equipment reliability, infrastructure integrity, and compliance with safety and regulatory standards while supporting production targets and fostering a strong SafeGround culture

Essential Functions

• Supervise and coordinate fixed maintenance and electrical crews to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with production priorities.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign daily and weekly maintenance activities, including preventive and corrective work.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with MSHA regulations, company policies, and SafeGround principles, including hazard identification, risk mitigation, and stop-work authority.
• Oversee maintenance of underground infrastructure including power distribution systems, substations, dewatering systems, ventilation components, and fixed mechanical equipment.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for complex mechanical, and high-voltage/medium-voltage electrical issues.
• Coordinate with Operations, Technical Services, and Planning teams to align maintenance activities with mine production schedules.
• Review and approve work orders, ensuring accurate documentation and closure in the CMMS (e.g., JDE).
• Lead shift turnover meetings, communicate priorities, and ensure continuity between crews.
• Monitor equipment performance and reliability, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions to reduce downtime.
• Support contractor management, ensuring work is completed safely and to required standards.
• Develop and mentor team members, supporting training, competency development, and performance management.
• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and ensure all work areas meet safety and environmental expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or GED required; trade certification in electrical or mechanical discipline preferred.
• 5–10+ years of experience in underground mining maintenance, including supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of underground fixed plant systems, including dewatering, ventilation, and mechanical infrastructure.
• Experience with high-voltage/medium-voltage electrical systems, distribution, and safety practices required.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems for planning and tracking maintenance activities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of MSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Valid driver’s license and authorized to work in the US.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Has a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

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

Mine Maintenance Superintendent

Language Requirements

English

Compensation Data

Salary range: $100,000 - $115,000

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