Skeena – Road Maintenance Supervisor

Position

Skeena
– Road Maintenance Supervisor

Location

Eskay
Creek Mine Access Road

Status

Temporary with possibility of extension - 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off rotation

Closing Date

July
27, 2026

Salary

$45.22

• $48.72/hour

Position Summary

The
Road Maintenance Supervisor is the on-ground owner and coordinator of TNDC’s Road
Maintenance activities for Skeena Gold and Silver along the Coast Mountain
Hydro access road (0 km to 52 km; overlap to 54 km).

This
position is a direct boots-on-the-ground role with TNDC reporting to Skeena
Gold and Silver Site Maintenance. The role ensures safe, passable travel on the
Mine Access Road (MAR)/ CMH Access road and supporting areas, manages the
roster of equipment and personnel, coordinates with Security, Safety,
Avalanche, CMH, and external partners, and leads continuous improvement of operations.

The
supervisor will balance daily travel-day priorities (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and
Thursdays) with heavier activity days such as concrete pours, avalanche
closures, and weather events, while maintaining clear communications,
documented incident reports, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. TNDC is seeking a Road
Maintenance Supervisor to help ensure road maintenance is completed safely, on
time, and meeting client expectations, while still upholding our core values:
Safety, Tahltan-Centered, Integrity, Respect, Trust and the Pursuit of Excellence.

In this role, you’ll bridge the gap between TNDC’s
operators, Construction management, and financial controls—all while
coordinating onsite maintenance activities and assisting with administrative
processes. You’ll work closely with the construction managers, multiple
stakeholders (CMH, BCH, Skeena, TNDC, Etc.), and our project controls teams to
deliver high-quality results that align with TNDC’s mission of sustainable and
responsible business practices.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a keen
eye for road maintenance- come join us and be part of a team that builds with
excellence and purpose!

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Operational Leadership and Route Management
• Own

and oversee winter maintenance across the MAR corridor (0–52 km; up to 54
km overlap) as direct supervisor from TNDC.

• Assist

in the development, communication, and execution of priority-based
maintenance plans for critical routes and pull-out points; align with
concrete pour days and travel-day schedules.

• Maintain

and reference an up-to-date route risk and priority matrix (priority
hills, gravel placement, snow/ice management needs).

• Equipment and Resource Coordination
• Direct

and schedule the following equipment (may change throughout season): One
(1) primary grader, One (1) 1 backup grader, One (1) underbelly
plow/sander, One (1) support loader, and snowblower support from Skeena
after snowfall.

• You

will be tasked to track equipment availability, uptime, preventative
maintenance, and any required repairs daily; coordinate with Skeena for
snowblower augmentation when needed.

• Oversee

traction-aggregate stockpiling, ditch clean-up, windrow management, and
sign/roadway infrastructure readiness (jersey barriers, culvert
inlets/outlets, etc.)

• Safety, Compliance, and Incident Response
• Enforce

safety policies (FLHA/JHA), ensure risk assessments are completed prior
to pulls, and coordinate with Skeena Safety for high-risk incidents or
avalanche-related closures.

• Implement

chain-up enforcement with clear signage; manage retrieval and safe egress
of stuck vehicles; ensure lines of communication for incident reporting
and escalation to on-shift contacts.

• Ensure

proper radio discipline and protocols; ensure timely Level of Emergency
Management (LEM) deliveries and coordination with Avalanche techs for
road closures.

• Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
• Serve

as the primary TNDC on-site point of contact during winter events;
maintain the communications matrix, including regular updates to Safety,
Operations, CMH, Security, and Avalanche teams.

• Produce

and distribute road condition reports, daily concern lists, and
after-action summaries; maintain logs of closures, weather conditions,
and incidents.

• Coordinate

with site buses and transport routes (camp to site, Terrace to site,
Smithers to site) to ensure readiness for inclement weather and accurate
route condition reporting.

• Monitoring, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement
• Monitor

road conditions, weather forecasts, and activity schedules; provide
timely updates to stakeholders.

• Track

and report equipment utilization, response times, and route coverage;
identify opportunities for process improvements and cost controls.

• Maintain

a “Fair Weather Hit List” of priority maintenance activities (road
repairs, ditch cleanup, windrow widening) and execute when feasible.

• Collaboration with External and Internal Teams
• Work

with Avalanche, CMH, Security, and Safety on road closures, safety zones,
and closures within avalanche corridors; ensure dual management as
required.

• Maintain

knowledge of 46 km Camp interactions and ensure that all interactions
with facilities (Quarry at 43 km, Batch Plant at 45 km, 52 km battery
limit) are clear, accessible, and well-maintained.

• Administrative & Compliance Duties
• Maintain

project documentation with Integrity and accuracy.

• Generate,

review, and submit LEMs ensuring compliance with client requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education and Experience
• High

school diploma or equivalent preferred; technical coursework in
transportation, civil infrastructure, heavy equipment operation, or
related field is a plus, but not a requirement.

• Proficiency

in MS Word, Excel and Outlook preferred.

• 5+

years in winter maintenance, fleet operations, or related field with
demonstrated leadership experience; experience coordinating with
multi-disciplinary teams is preferred.

• Technical and Operational Skills
• Proficiency

operating winter maintenance equipment (grader, underbelly plow/sander,
loader, snowblower coordination) and basic fleet maintenance concepts. It
is understood that Supervisor can support in the event it is required-
Storms, Sick days, etc.

• Understanding

of Winter Mine Road Maintenance and road safety best practices in an
extreme environment.

• Ability

to interpret weather data, road condition reports, and create
priority-based action plans.

• Leadership, Communication, and Collaboration
• Proven

supervisory or team leadership experience; capable of coaching diverse
crews and enforcing safety standards.

• Strong

written and oral communication; ability to manage a communications matrix
and maintain thorough documentation.

• Customer-focused

and collaborative, with the ability to coordinate across internal
departments and external partners.

• Safety, Compliance, and Ethics
• Knowledge

of WCB, MoM Act, and environmental regulations relevant to winter
operations.

• Commitment

to safety, incident reporting, risk management, and continuous
improvement.

• Mandatory

9 Panel Drug and Alcohol test

• Certifications (Beneficial)
• Valid

Class 5 driver’s license; Class 1/3 may be preferred depending on scope.

• Certifications

in snow and ice management, First Aid/CPR, Defensive Driving, and
avalanche awareness are advantageous.

• Physical Requirements and Work Conditions
• Ability

to work in winter conditions (cold, snow, ice, reduced visibility);
capable of responding to emergencies outside standard hours.

• Flexible

scheduling with early morning, night shifts, and on-call responsibilities
as dictated by weather events.

• Camp based position – No exceptions

Performance and expectations:

• Proactive,

reliable, and accountable; demonstrates a safety-first and
service-oriented mindset.

• Ability

to manage competing priorities (concrete pours, travel days, large
freight) and keep stakeholders informed.

• Ability

to work independently in remote locations.

Schedule & structure:

• Role Structure
• Shift

Schedule: Full-time, with a core day shift on travel days and during
routine operations; on-call/after-hours coverage during winter events and
closures.

• Shift Details
• Supervisor:

4:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Grader

Operators:

• DS

(Day Shift): 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM

• NS

(Night Shift): 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Split-Shift

Support

• Seasonal and Operational Cadence
• Weather

and event-focused intensity: anticipate longer or split shifts during
heavy snowfall, avalanche closures, and concrete pour windows.

• Planning

cycles: annual winter preparedness planning pre-season; monthly reviews
during peak season; post-storm debriefs.

• Meetings and Reporting
• Pre-season

planning and safety briefings; daily shift briefings during storms; daily
road condition reports; weekly operational reviews; after-action
reporting post-storm.

• Work Environment

Field and roadside
operations with office coordination; exposure to cold, snow, and challenging
driving conditions; occasional site visits to CMH, Security, and Safety
facilities.

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