Superintendent Electrical and Control Systems

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We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees feel comfortable being themselves. We also want everyone to feel that their voices matter, that all cultures are respected, and that perspectives, as diverse as they are, are not only welcome, but essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity, regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation or any other distinguishing aspect.

At Rio Tinto, we welcome and encourage applications from women, older workers, persons with disabilities and representatives from diverse backgrounds.

Everyone is different, and we believe that these differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences, and perspectives within our team enhances the way we work and our ability to succeed together.

About the role

The MPP Electrical Maintenance Superintendent is responsible for leading all electrical, instrumentation and PLC maintenance activities within the Fixed Plant (MPP). This position ensures the reliability, availability, and safe operation of all fixed plant equipment supporting the 40 MT target and gradual ramp up to 65 MT per annum. The superintendent provides technical guidance, manages maintenance teams, and drives continuous improvement to achieve safe operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the end-to-end plant electrical performance from crushing to train load out, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable production with focus to cost efficiency. 
• Develop and implement operational readiness plans, SOPs, and training programs to build team capability and ensure compliance with Simfer standards. 
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement aligned to operational excellence  
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, productivity, and cost efficiency across all processing activities. 

Leadership & Team Supervision

• Lead and mentor supervisors, contractors and build local capability supporting the life of Mine reliable operation.
• Establish competency development programs and promote a culture of safety and accountability.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and ensure succession planning for key roles.

Management

• Oversee maintenance schedules, repairs, and installations for fixed plant assets (crushers, conveyors, substations, balance machines) to minimize downtime
• Ensure maintenance execution aligns with production priorities and reliability targets.
• Manage shutdown and major overhaul planning, coordination, and execution.

Technical Expertise & Troubleshooting

• Provide advanced troubleshooting of E&I faults, failures, and recurring plant issues.
• Identify root causes and collaborate with engineering to optimize equipment life cycles.
• Ensure all equipment modifications comply with OEM standards and engineering best practices.

Safety & Compliance

• Drive a zero-harm culture, enforce strict electrical safety procedures, and implement risk mitigation strategies
• Enforce rigorous permit to work system, including LOTO, Excavation and confined-space protocols.
• Lead incidents investigations and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Planning, Budgeting & Resource Management

• Drive electrical maintenance cost efficiency including OPEX and CAPEX planning.
• Oversee procurement of materials, spare parts, and critical inventory to avoid downtime.
• Managing contractor performance with a focus on cost per ton for all allocated tasks. 
• Initiate and develop optimization plan, which can be translated to CAPEX projects.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead initiatives to improve equipment reliability above 95%, reducing downtime, and extending asset life with overall equipment effectiveness above 85%
• Implement modern maintenance strategies such as condition monitoring, RCM, or asset health programs.
• Track and report KPIs (MTBF, MTTR, equipment availability, maintenance cost, etc.).

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Licensed Electrician (Journeyman or Master) or equivalent trade qualification.
• 10–15 years of mechanical maintenance experience in mining, mineral processing, or heavy industrial facilities.
• Proven experience in Rio Tinto (RTIO) Iron ore Product groups IO is highly advantageous.
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary maintenance teams towards harm zero.
• Expertise in high-voltage switchgear, PLC systems, SCADA, motor control centers (MCC), and troubleshooting complex electrical issues.
• Experience working with CMMS platforms such as SAP, Pronto, or Maximo.
• Experience with major shutdowns and plant commissioning.
• Strong safety culture or proven experience preferred.
• Exposure to cross-functional and multicultural greenfield mining & operation projects preferably in Africa
• English Speaking with intermediate French desirable

What we offer

Get recognition for your contributions, your ability to think, your hard work, and the satisfaction of knowing that you have helped the world move forward.

• Work environment where safety is always the top priority
• Competitive base salary based on your skills and experience
• Annual cash incentives for eligible employees
• Career development opportunities and training assistance to achieve your aspirations • Access to family-friendly health programs, top-notch retirement and savings plans
• Wellness benefits
• Rio Tinto's generous employee stock ownership plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• One-on-one wellness support (personal and professional matters) for you and your family
• Comprehensive leave policy covering all important life moments (vacation/annual, paid parental leave, etc.)  
   

About the Simandou Project
The Simandou Iron Ore Project is located in the Republic of Guinea, West Africa. It is Africa’s largest infrastructure and mining project and represents one of the largest known reserves of high-grade iron ore in the world.

Rio Tinto holds rights to Simandou Blocks 3 and 4 through SimFer, a joint venture between the Government of the Republic of Guinea, Rio Tinto and Chalco Iron Ore Holdings (CIOH). Construction of the mine, together with the associated rail and port infrastructure, is well underway with first production from the SimFer mine expected in 2025.

About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a global leader in the mining and materials companies. We are established in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and the prosperity of people, communities, and nations. We have been in business for 150 years, drawing on knowledge accumulated over generations and on different continents. Our mission – to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs – guides us in our quest for innovation and continuous improvement, with the goal of making products that are low in emissions and meet the right environmental, social and governance standards. But because we can't do it alone, we focus on creating partnerships that allow us to solve problems, create mutually beneficial situations and seize opportunities.

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