Process Operations Team Leader

About Burgundy Diamond Mines

Burgundy Diamond Mines is a premier, independent, company focused on the mining and production of diamonds. Burgundy’s strategic approach involves building a balanced portfolio of diamond projects located in favourable jurisdictions, including the globally ranked Canadian mining asset Ekati. Burgundy’s mine to market business model ensures total chain of custody and provides traceability along every step of the process, safeguarding the ethical production of the diamonds from mine to point of sale. Founded in Perth, Western Australia, Burgundy is led by a world-class management team and Board, combining global expertise with a commitment to sustainable and responsible diamond operations.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Superintendent – Fixed Asset & Processing, the Process Plant Operations Team Leader is responsible for managing a team of Process Plant Technicians. They are tasked with safely leading daily plant operations while supporting production targets, continuous improvement initiatives, and team development. This role bridges operational execution and frontline leadership by ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost-effective processing performance while fostering a strong safety culture and collaborative team environment.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Champion and actively promote all Health, Safety, Environment, and Community programs, ensuring safety remains the top priority in all plant activities.


•  Ensure compliance with all applicable legal, regulatory, and site-specific requirements, including applicable Mine Health & Safety legislation. 


• Lead by example in safe work practices, reporting hazards and incidents, maintaining high housekeeping standards, and encouraging team participation in safety programs.


• Take a leading role during troubleshooting and breakdown situations to restore safe and efficient operations.


• Ensure plant operations remain within safe operating parameters while maximizing efficiency and productivity.


• Foster a culture of teamwork, trust, accountability, and mutual respect.


• Support the development of team members through training, mentorship, and knowledge sharing.


• Maintain effective communication with cross-functional departments to support operational success.

Education/Experience

• Minimum high school diploma, GED equivalent, or a combination of relevant education and experience.


• Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive experience in processing roles, preferably in diamond processing.


• Experience in a supervisory role will be considered an asset.


• Proven communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to gain buy-in from within teams and from other departments are essential to the success of this role.


• Demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous learning, with a willingness to support the development of others. 

What we offer

At Burgundy Diamond Mines, we believe people are our most important asset. This is why we are fully committed to the health, safety and well-being of our employees. We believe in establishing strong lasting and respectful relationships with the people and communities with whom we work.

We are dedicated to developing our workforce and to creating an environment where people can learn, grow and take on new responsibilities. We build capacity within our workforce by offering leadership training, apprenticeship positions and adult education initiatives.

Burgundy Diamond Mines offers a competitive salary, performance bonus and total compensation package, including company paid extended health, dental and vision care, an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), employer matched pension, generous paid vacation and personal days and employee discounts. On site, we provide accommodation and meals, a fully equipped gym and recreation facilities.

Additional Information

The Company provides travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants from our Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups. Members should clearly identify their IBA status on the online job application and resume to receive priority consideration.

Visit https://burgundydiamonds.com/careers/

Closing Date: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.