Date: Apr 9, 2026

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Who We Are

Kinross Gold Corporation is a major gold producer with operating mines in North & South America and West Africa, and a number of significant project and exploration sites worldwide. The corporation’s head office is located in downtown Toronto and provides support to all sites. Corporate support functions include Technical Services, Finance, Procurement, Health & Safety, Human Resources, IT and Investor Relations and Environmental & Permitting.

In March 2022 Kinross acquired Great Bear Resources Ltd. and its flagship Great Bear project (GBR), located near Red Lake, Ontario. The Great Bear property is a greenfield, large-scale deposit with the potential for significant open pit and underground operations. A Preliminary Economic Assessment was released in September 2024. In early 2025, the project moved into the detailed engineering and major equipment procurement phase.

Job Description

The Earthworks / Tailings Dam Superintendent is responsible for all planning and construction aspects of the tailings management and mine waste management facilities, plant site earthworks (includes tree clearing, site access roads, and pit development) and related water management (collectively earthworks scope). During detailed engineering the focus will be on construction planning, while in the construction phase, the role will be responsible for managing the successful execution of all related construction activities safely, on-time and on-budget. The role is initially based in Toronto (remote work possible) and will be site-based during construction.

The Project is being executed using an Owner’s Project Team model. The incumbent will work closely and effectively with all GBR departments, including Health and Safety, Environment, External Affairs, Project Controls, Engineering, Quality Assurance and Operations to ensure that the overall Project objectives are met.

The role will initially be based in Toronto and then transition to the Red Lake site.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop a detailed understanding of the earthworks scope, assumptions, schedule, budget, risks and opportunities.
• Review, validate, and approve design deliverables and construction documentation for the earthworks scope to ensure constructability and compliance with project standards.
• In collaboration with the Planner, develop and maintain a detailed work schedule and construction work packages for the earthworks scope, ensuring alignment with overall construction milestones and critical path activities.
• Participate in the preparation of comprehensive tender documents and contractor selection processes to identify qualified firms for earthworks scopes.
• Lead and manage construction budgets for the earthworks scopes, ensuring cost control and transparency throughout project execution.
• Support the completion of the CAPEX update, with a focus on cost development for earthworks scopes.
• Support permitting and regulatory submissions by providing required technical documentation, design inputs, and construction planning details.
• Coordinate and implement project plans, design specifications, and schedules in close collaboration with the engineering, procurement, and project management teams.
• Actively participate in Independent Tailings Review Panel (ITRP) meetings, providing technical input and field-based perspective on design, constructability, and operational considerations.
• Proactively identify, assess, and resolve design and constructability issues, recommending practical, cost-effective solutions to maintain schedule and quality objectives.
• Manage the selected contractors for the earthworks scopes, ensuring compliance to Great Bear health & safety and environmental management requirements, and adherence to schedule, contractual terms and quality requirements, and manage interfaces with other project areas and contractors.
• Oversee QA/QC requirements for the earthworks scope in collaboration with the contactors and engineer of record (“EOR”) and ensure all required documentation is in place.

Education and Experience

Education:

• Degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Geological science or engineering

Experience:

• 10 or more years of geotechnical work experience, with at least 5+ years in tailings and mine waste management and construction of large-scale earthworks supervision.
• Experience in Canadian mining projects and soft ground (glaciolacustrine soils) required. Northern, cold climate experience is an asset

A demonstrated commitment to safety and the environment

Skills

• Extensive expertise in all aspects of project management practices, construction management, and construction
• Proven leadership, influence, and communications skills
• Must be results-oriented and able to prioritize and focus on priorities with a demonstrated ability to execute plans and schedules on time and on budget
• Knowledge of the mining industry and related legal and permitting requirements
• Ability to liaise effectively between various groups and to deal with complex problems

Compensation & Total Rewards

The base salary range for this role is $160,000 to $185,000 CAD + Short Term Incentive Bonus + Group Benefits Coverage

The hiring range reflects our targeted compensation framework for the role. The actual offer will be determined through a comprehensive evaluation of each candidate’s experience, capabilities, and potential impact, along with consideration of internal equity, team structure, and benchmark market data for similar positions.

In addition to base salary, Kinross offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employee well-being, performance, and long-term development.

Benefits

At Kinross, Great Bear, we are committed to Putting People First by fostering employee growth and development, celebrating achievements, and rewarding team successes. Benefits offered for this position include:

• Annual Fitness and Mental Health Reimbursement
• Employee Share Purchase Plan Registered Retirement Savings and Registered Pension Plans
• 160 hours of Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program (Living our Values Award Program)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Disability Insurance
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Relocation assistance may be provided to eligible candidates on a case-by-case basis

Use of AI in Our Hiring Process

We use AI-enabled tools to help sort and review applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions, including who moves forward in the process, are made by a human.