Underground Operations and Maintenance Fixed Plant Supervisor
- Develop a program for the management of physical assets for future underground mining operations
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Work in an underground project located near Superior, Arizona
About the role
Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.
We are looking for a Fixed Plant Supervisor for the Resolution Copper Underground Operations and Maintenance Group. As the Underground Fixed Plant Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading a team of technicians and mechanics to ensure the effective and efficient operation of various systems critical to the underground mine operation. This includes the underground ventilation and cooling systems, East Plant HVAC systems, mine water collection and dewatering systems, and compressed air and service water systems.
- Lead and manage a team of technicians and mechanics, providing guidance, training, and support.
- Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repair of the underground ventilation and cooling systems.
- Manage the East Plant HVAC systems, ensuring they operate efficiently and reliably.
- Supervise the mine water collection and dewatering systems, ensuring their effective operation.
- Oversee the underground compressed air and service water systems, ensuring all components are functioning optimally.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend the lifespan of equipment.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to HVAC and mechanical systems.
- Coordinate maintenance and repair activities with other departments to minimize disruptions to operations.
- Communicate effectively with management, providing regular updates on system performance and project status.
- Assist in the development and management of the department’s budget.
What you’ll bring
To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing maintenance activities in an industrial or mining setting.
- Strong knowledge of underground ventilation and cooling systems, industrial HVAC systems, mine water collection and dewatering systems, and compressed air and service water systems.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of MSHA
What we offer
Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.
- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.
- Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus.
- Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.
- Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program.
- Attractive share ownership plan.
- Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
- A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you’re able to spend quality time with your new family.
- Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.
Where you’ll be working
The Resolution Copper project is a proposed underground mine 60 miles east of Phoenix, Arizona, near the town of Superior. The project is a joint venture owned by Rio Tinto (55%) and BHP (45%). The ore deposit lies nearly 7,000 feet below the earth’s surface. It represents one of the most significant untapped copper deposits today, with an estimated copper resource of 1.787 billion metric tonnes at an average grade of 1.5% copper. The mine has the potential to supply nearly 25% of US copper demand.
The mine will create several thousand direct and indirect jobs, with an economic value of several billion dollars over the estimated mine life. Resolution will also serve as an engine for economic growth, and use best practices to create a safe, sustainable, and environmentally friendly operation. The copper from the mine will be used to produce vital products that modern society depends upon, such as electric vehicles, smartphones, and MRI scanners.
Permitting is well-underway, and the public plays a significant role in planning and approving the project.
Every Voice Matters
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, Veterans and active-duty armed forces, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Rio Tinto participates in E-Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.uscis.gov/ for more information.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable being themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us different.
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Trabajar en Rio Tinto
Ayúdanos a aportar los materiales que hacen posible el progreso humano.
El avión en el que vas acaba de aterrizar. Enciendes el móvil y sacas el portátil del compartimento superior. Inmediatamente te pones a trabajar, a miles de kilómetros de tu oficina. ¿Alguna vez te has detenido a pensar en todos los materiales que hacen posible la vida en el siglo XXI? En Río Tinto descubrimos, desarrollamos y aportamos los materiales que impulsan el progreso humano. Cuando trabajas con nosotros, vivirás ventajas que no encontrarás en ningún otro lugar.
Trabajar con nuestro equipo de Operaciones
Lo más importante que descubrirás es tu propio potencial.
Trabajar en operaciones en Rio Tinto significa que puedes marcar una diferencia directa en descubrir y aportar los materiales que posibilitan el progreso humano. A cambio, nos esforzamos por ayudarte a lograr y hasta exceder tus objetivos profesionales. Súmate a Rio Tinto y vive lo que podemos ofrecer
Nuestro proceso de solicitud
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Postularse
El primer paso es postularse para el rol. Puedes presentarte con tu perfil de LinkedIn o subir tu currículo. También pediremos que respondas algunas preguntas antes de enviar tu solicitud.
02
Pasar evaluaciones
Nuestras evaluaciones están diseñadas para ayudarnos a determinar si eres compatible para el puesto. Te haremos saber cuáles tendrás que completar.
03
Entrevista
La entrevista se podrá realizar en persona o en línea. Es la oportunidad perfecta para conocerte mejor, responder a tus preguntas y conversar de la emocionante oportunidad profesional que has solicitado.
04
Ofertas y controles
En esta fase, te comunicaremos si te hemos seleccionado, en cuyo caso será necesario realizar un par de controles, como una verificación de antecedentes o de seguridad. Es posible que tengas que someterte a una evaluación médica, dependiendo del puesto solicitado.
05
Integración al equipo Rio Tinto
Una vez completados las verificaciones, nos comunicaremos para definir la fecha de inicio y responder a cualquier pregunta que puedas tener antes de unirte a nuestro equipo.