Whitemud Resources Inc. operates a world-class metakaolin manufacturing facility in southern Saskatchewan, supplying consistent, high-quality, and cost-competitive supplementary cementing material to the cementitious and concrete industries. Leveraging proven kaolin clay reserves and a patented dry manufacturing process, the company is positioned as a leading provider of high-performing, environmentally responsible metakaolin across North America.

Role Description

The Mine Planning & Quarry Operations Manager is a dual-focus leadership role responsible for both the technical design and day-to-day operational execution of our open-pit quarry. You will develop short-, medium-, and long-term mine extraction plans while directly overseeing quarry operations, heavy equipment utilization, and workforce safety. A key focus is ensuring strict compliance with Saskatchewan mining regulations and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Mine Planning & Engineering Design and Schedule: Develop 0–12 month short-range and long-term extraction plans using mine planning software (e.g.,Carlson Surface, K-Mine, OpenContour. Pit Optimization: Define optimal pit walls, catch benches, ramp designs, and waste dump locations. Drill & Blast Engineering: Create pattern layouts to optimize fragmentation, maximize yield, and reduce dilution. Material Reconciliation: Conduct weekly planned-versus-actual reconciliations for hauled volumes and grades. Stockpile Management: Design blending strategies to ensure a consistent, high-quality feed to the crushing plant.

2. Site Operations & Team Management Daily Supervision: Lead, mentor, and schedule pit crews, heavy equipment operators, and subcontractors. Production Targets: Manage daily load-and-haul operations to achieve volume quotas and budget KPIs. Asset Management: Coordinate with the maintenance team to maximize the mechanical availability of fleet vehicles. Civil Infrastructure: Oversee the construction and upkeep of pit access roads, water dewatering systems, and sumps.

3. Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance Regulatory Alignment: Enforce compliance with The Mines Regulations, 2018 under the Saskatchewan Employment Act. Safety Culture: Lead daily toolbox talks, conduct field risk assessments, and investigate safety incidents. Permit Maintenance: Manage site water discharge, dust control plans, and progressive reclamation boundaries.

Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline. Registered (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS). Valid Saskatchewan Surface Mine Certificate (or equivalent Mine Manager Certification). Valid Class 5 Driver's License and a clean driving abstract. Minimum of 5 to 8 years of experience in open-pit mining or aggregate quarry operations. Hands-on mastery of 3D mining software packages alongside advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Demonstrated ability to manage hourly workforces and external contractors under demanding conditions. Ability to work outside in Saskatchewan's extreme climate variations (heat and deep winter sub-zero temperatures).