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Operations Superintendent
Turner Mining Group · Soda Springs, ID
About The Role
- The Operations Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all site production activities, ensuring that
- daily operations are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with contractual and company objectives. The Superintendent leads the
- site’s foremen and field teams, driving communication, consistency, and accountability across all production areas.
- This position serves as the link between the Project Manager and field execution, ensuring that operational plans are translated into
- measurable results. The Operations Superintendent embodies Turner Mining Group’s values—an Eye for Safety, an Attitude for Excellence,
- a Mind for Innovation, and a Heart for People—while maintaining strong relationships with the client, equipment, and maintenance teams.
Position Responsibilities
Project Management
- Oversee daily field execution, ensuring all operations align with scope, schedule, and cost objectives.
- Approve and verify timecards, field work orders (FWOs), and quantities each shift.
- Review and submit field work orders for client approval daily for the previous day’s work.
- Maintain accurate records of production quantities, equipment hours, and labor utilization.
- Review daily project diary and foreman reports to identify issues and performance trends.
- Coordinate with the Project Manager on client communications, scope changes, and pay applications.
- Execute the survey plan and verify conformance to design grades and production limits.
- Monitor production metrics (loads, tonnage, cycle times, and equipment utilization) and adjust field assignments to meet targets.
- Ensure site conditions promote safety, efficiency, and equipment longevity.
- Maintain a professional and collaborative relationship with the client’s onsite representatives.
- Accompany all client visitors or inspectors and ensure compliance with site protocols.
- Communicate equipment needs and availability to the Maintenance Superintendent.
- Review and approve requisitions and purchases within assigned authority limits.
Safety Leadership
- Lead site safety culture by modeling safe behavior and accountability at all times.
- Ensure all MSHA regulations, Turner safety standards, and site-specific rules are enforced.
- Conduct and participate in pre-shift and monthly safety meetings focused on trends, behaviors, and goals.
- Verify completion and accuracy of workplace exams, task training, and pre-operation inspections.
- Ensure task training is completed properly, documented, and stored according to Turner process.
- Respond to and report all incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions immediately.
- Lead or participate in incident investigations, including 5-Why and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) documentation.
- Submit incident reports through HCSS Safety and coordinate follow-up actions with the Project Manager and Safety team.
- Ensure corrective actions are completed and documented.
Operational Leadership
- Lead and coordinate production through daily engagement with foremen and operators.
- Establish clear daily goals and performance expectations for all crews.
- Verify proper execution of loading, hauling, dumping, and material handling plans.
- Ensure haul roads, dumps, and working areas are maintained for safe and efficient operation.
- Collaborate with Maintenance Superintendent to minimize downtime and optimize fleet availability.
- Analyze production and performance data to identify bottlenecks or improvement opportunities.
- Provide field-based coaching and support to improve crew efficiency and quality of work.
- Monitor weather and site conditions; plan contingencies for adverse conditions.
- Ensure environmental and operational compliance with client and regulatory standards.
Personnel Management
- Directly supervise site foremen, providing coaching, mentorship, and accountability.
- Evaluate foremen and leadmen performance, providing structured feedback and development opportunities.
- Conduct interviews for site positions and make hiring recommendations to the Project Manager.
- Manage onboarding, training, and performance evaluations using Turner forms and processes.
- Ensure consistent application of company policies and employee handbook requirements.
- Address disciplinary issues promptly and in coordination with HR and the Project Manager.
- Support employee retention by maintaining strong communication and team engagement.
General Leadership and Coordination
- Serve as acting site lead in the absence of the Project Manager.
- Coordinate daily activities with Maintenance, Safety, and Technical Services teams to ensure unified site execution.
- Support planning, mobilization, and demobilization activities.
- Lead operational readiness and shutdown/startup processes as required by project schedule.
- Promote collaboration and communication between field and office personnel.
- Support corporate initiatives and continuous improvement efforts across operations.
- 8–12 years of mining or heavy civil construction experience, including at least 3 years in a Superintendent or equivalent leadership
role.
- Strong understanding of open-pit production operations, material handling, and fleet management.
- Proven ability to manage multiple crews and priorities in a dynamic field environment.
- Working knowledge of production planning, cost tracking, and project reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with project management and field reporting systems (e.g., HCSS HeavyJob,
HCSS Safety, Trimble).
- Knowledge of MSHA regulations, workplace exam requirements, and incident investigation procedures.
- Understanding of equipment capabilities, maintenance coordination, and preventive practices.
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