Longhole Supervisor

Coeur Mining, Inc.

Longhole Supervisor overseeing drilling, loading, and blasting operations at Coeur Alaska’s Kensington mine. Reporting to the Longhole Superintendent and managing Longhole crews for safe and efficient production.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeJuneau • Alaska • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Longhole Drilling and Blasting Practices, with a strong focus on safety compliance and team leadership. Proficient in utilizing Deswik for design and scheduling, while ensuring optimal performance and productivity in underground mining operations.

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Longhole DrillingBlasting PracticesDeswik Design and SchedulingSandvik Longhole DrillsSafety Compliance

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Hard Skills

Mine Engineering DegreeUnderground ExperienceLonghole DesignDrilling Productivity TrackingPreventative Maintenance Coordination

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam LeadershipAccountabilityTrust Building

Tools & Technologies

DeswikMicrosoft OfficeLonghole Drills

Industry Keywords

Federal Mining RegulationsEnvironmental StandardsSafety Best PracticesProduction Stopes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Longhole Supervisor will report to the Longhole Superintendent and is responsible for direct supervision of the Longhole crews including managing, planning, and reporting on drilling, loading, and blasting of all production stopes.
Stop work for safety concerns, and abide by safety best practices, policies and procedures.
Work cooperatively with the Development Supervisors and Mine Superintendents to coordinate activities and readiness of Longhole drilling locations.
Track daily drill footages, ensures productivity and quality of drilling.
Assess drill condition and work with Maintenance to coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs.
Inspect and map completed drill holes and develop stope blasting plans.
Identify and implement “best practices” for longhole stoping at Coeur Alaska Kensington.
Encourage and foster a positive and productive team environment.
Comply with and coach employees on Coeur’s safety, environmental, and conduct standards.
Ensure proper utilization of longhole drills to optimize safe and efficient production.
Ensure that performance expectations and proficiency standards are met consistently.
Perform hourly evaluations with assistance from Longhole Superintendent.
Ensure longhole crews receive training and progression pathways fairly and consistently.
Work collaboratively with all Supervisors and crews to ensure that equipment and tasks are properly set-up for the next shift.
Communicate effectively with peers, employees and other departments.
Ensure compliance with Federal mining regulations, as well as Federal and State environmental standards.
Provide consistency in the application of Company policies, procedures, and training to ensure the safest work environment for employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Mine Engineering with 5 years of underground experience, inclusive of longhole design.
Solid background in longhole drilling and blasting practices.
Experience designing and scheduling in Deswik.
Basic computer skills and ability to work with Microsoft Office programs.
Candidates must have demonstrated success working safely, independently, assuming responsibility, and communicating effectively and professionally.
Sets high standards for self and others, builds trust, and takes accountability.
Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50lbs, stand and walk for upwards of 8 hours a day, and climb hundreds of feet of escapeways in a reasonable amount of time.
Previous leadership or supervisory experience is preferred.
Experience with Sandvik Longhole drills is preferred.
Experience or familiarity with automation of Longhole drills is preferred.
Preference given to Alaska residents.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Food and housing is provided on-site to employees.
Rooms are dormitory style with two twin beds, a TV, and storage for your personal belongings.