CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR

Kyanite Mining Corp. in Dillwyn, VA is seeking a Construction Supervisor. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising construction and non-routine maintenance activities to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of mining facilities, equipment and infrastructure. This position combines technical design work, hands-on leadership, and oversight of non-routine maintenance and construction projects. The role requires strong knowledge of mechanical systems, rigging, pump systems, maintenance best practices, project management, and CAD experience a bonus. The position is based at a surface mining operation, with the majority of time spent working in industrial plants and outdoor environments.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical knowledge and hands-on experience with industrial machinery, conveyors, crushers, pumps, motors, hydraulic systems, rigging, fabrication, and heavy equipment. Experience with CAD, equipment design, and project management is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and supervise maintenance personnel to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards.

Coordinate maintenance activities with plant superintendents to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability.

Identify opportunities for improvement and cost reduction.

Conduct root cause failure analyses and recommend correct actions.

Help identify place process deficiencies and work to provide solutions, including concepts, designing, building, and installation.

Design and review modifications to existing equipment, facilities, and systems.

Provide technical expertise for installations, upgrades, and repairs.

Assist plant superintendents and purchasing manager with equipment selection, procurement, and specification development.

Ensure all designs and projects comply with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Ensure quality workmanship.

Mange project schedules, timelines, and planning activities through the project life cycle.

Provide occasional after-hours and emergency response support if required.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred mechanical engineering or trade school/industrial maintenance apprenticeship.

5+ years of mining/industrial maintenance and fabrication experience.

Experience in supervising maintenance personnel, contractors, and construction crews.

Pay range: $100,000$150,000/year

Salary/Compensation: $100,000 - $150,000 per year