Kris Rey
Information Technology Superintendent @Coeur Mining, Inc.
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WORK HISTORY
Information Technology Superintendent @Coeur Mining, Inc.
Lovelock, NV, US
Lead and develop a cross-functional site IT organization supporting end-user services, network infrastructure, radio communications, fleet systems, and core operational technologies in a 24/7 mining environment.Establish a proactive service culture focused on uptime, preventive maintenance, documentation maturity, and disciplined incident and change management.Partner with Corporate IT to translate enterprise strategy into site-level execution, ensuring alignment with security, governance, and global technology standards.Own reliability and resilience of critical production-supporting systems, including connectivity, communications, fleet automation, and safety-related technologies.Direct rapid incident response and root-cause analysis to minimize operational disruption and improve long-term system stability.Provide technical leadership across infrastructure domains including Windows server environments, LAN/WAN/wireless networks, endpoint management, and monitoring platforms.Act as senior escalation point for complex technical and operational issues, bridging local site requirements with corporate-managed services such as identity, licensing, and enterprise platforms.Engage mine leadership, department managers, and project stakeholders to align technology priorities with production, safety, and business outcomes.Contribute to operational and capital planning by assessing technology risk, defining upgrade and redundancy strategies, and supporting cost-justified investment roadmaps.Drive clarity in roles, ownership, and escalation through RACI models, standardized documentation, and improved service transparency.Support advancement of emerging mining technologies such as fleet management, LTE communications, remote monitoring, and autonomous systems integration.Build a scalable technology foundation designed to evolve into broader site and regional leadership responsibilities.
EDUCATION
Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology
Associate’s Degree, Computer Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT KRIS REY
I’m an experienced IT/OT Operations Leader who is with a proven track record in delivering infrastructure stability, service excellence, and digital transformation across complex industrial environments. My background spans mining technology, industrial automation, and enterprise IT, with a focus on aligning technical strategy to real-world operational needs. I am eligible to work in both Canada and the U.S.(Canadian Permanent Resident / U.S. Citizen).As a people-first leader, I specialize in building high-performance teams by placing technicians in meaningful, growth-focused scenarios that enhance technical depth, problem-solving, and accountability. My leadership philosophy blends autonomy with support, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.My core strengths include:Leading cross-functional IT/OT teams in safety-critical and 24/7 operational environmentsDriving initiatives in automation, network infrastructure, and digital workplace transformationChampioning cybersecurity best practices, ITIL-based service management, and incident response readinessCollaborating across departments to support technology integration, change management, and user adoptionI’m also passionate about end-user education and technical mentorship. I’ve taught multiple college-level IT courses and consistently invest time in coaching users and teams on new systems, tools, and workflows. I believe technology success is rooted in both strong systems and stronger people.Industries where I thrive: mining, industrial operations, manufacturing, utilities, and public infrastructure. I\'m especially interested in roles related to infrastructure & operations leadership, IT/OT convergence, or regional digital modernization.Let’s connect if you’re looking for a collaborative, future-focused leader who brings hands-on technical insight, strategic direction, and a safety-first mindset to every challenge.
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