Supervisor/a de Operaciones de Proyecto
- Sé parte de un equipo impulsado por la seguridad, la excelencia operativa y el descubrimiento de nuevos recursos.
- Desarrolla tu liderazgo trabajando junto a especialistas en exploración, geología y HSE en proyectos de alto impacto.
- Vive nuestros valores de Cuidado, Coraje y Curiosidad mientras contribuyes a encontrar los recursos que el mundo necesita.
- Oportunidad de trabajar en distintos sites, con rotaciones entre Comita site; Quibdo y Rio Negro, Colombia.
Acerca del rol
Estamos buscando un(a) Supervisor(a) de Operaciones de Proyecto para apoyar programas de exploración en Colombia. Este rol será responsable de supervisar actividades operativas, logísticas y de perforación diamantina, asegurando que se ejecuten de manera segura, eficiente y de acuerdo con los estándares de Rio Tinto.
Trabajarás en estrecha colaboración con los equipos de Geología, HSE y contratistas especializados para garantizar el cumplimiento de los planes de perforación, la gestión de riesgos críticos y la correcta ejecución de actividades en terreno.
Entre tus principales responsabilidades estarán:
- Supervisar actividades de perforación diamantina, verificando el cumplimiento de programas, parámetros técnicos y estándares de calidad.
- Gestionar contratistas y proveedores de servicios, asegurando resultados alineados con los requisitos de seguridad, productividad y medio ambiente.
- Coordinar actividades logísticas asociadas a campañas de exploración, incluyendo equipos, insumos, combustibles y soporte en terreno.
- Monitorear indicadores operativos y de perforación, contribuyendo a la mejora continua de los programas de exploración.
- Promover una sólida cultura de seguridad mediante la identificación y control de riesgos críticos, liderando reuniones de seguridad e investigaciones de incidentes cuando corresponda.
- Asegurar el cumplimiento de procedimientos corporativos, requisitos regulatorios y estándares de Rio Tinto aplicables a exploración, perforación y aviación.
Acerca de ti
Para tener éxito en este rol, aportarás una mentalidad de seguridad primero, capacidad para liderar actividades en terreno y experiencia trabajando en entornos operativos exigentes.
También contarás con:
- Experiencia en exploración minera y campañas de perforación diamantina.
- Conocimiento técnico de perforación DDH, control de desviación, recuperación de núcleo y procesos de QA/QC geológico.
- Experiencia supervisando actividades de alto riesgo en ubicaciones remotas o campamentos.
- Experiencia en gestión de riesgos y aplicación de controles críticos.
- Dominio de español y nivel intermedio de inglés.
- Sólidas habilidades de liderazgo, comunicación y colaboración con equipos multidisciplinarios.
Lo que ofrecemos
- La oportunidad de formar parte de una compañía global líder en minería y materiales.
- Desarrollo profesional y experiencias de aprendizaje en proyectos de exploración de clase mundial.
- Un entorno de trabajo inclusivo donde la seguridad y el bienestar son nuestra prioridad.
- Un paquete competitivo de compensación y beneficios.
**English versión**
Project Operations Supervisor – Logistics, Operations and Drilling
- Be part of a team driven by safety, operational excellence and the discovery of new resources.
- Further develop your leadership capabilities while working alongside exploration, geology and HSE specialists on high-impact projects.
- Live our values of Care, Courage and Curiosity while helping to find the resources the world needs.
- Opportunity to work across different sites, with rotations between Comita Site, Quibdó and Río Negro, Colombia.
About the role
We are looking for a Project Operations Supervisor to support exploration programs in Colombia. This role will be responsible for overseeing operational, logistics and diamond drilling activities, ensuring they are carried out safely, efficiently and in accordance with Rio Tinto standards.
You will work closely with Geology, HSE and specialist contractors to ensure drilling plans are executed effectively, critical risks are managed appropriately, and field activities are delivered to a high standard.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Supervising diamond drilling activities, ensuring compliance with drilling programs, technical parameters and quality standards.
- Managing contractors and service providers, ensuring outcomes align with safety, productivity and environmental requirements.
- Coordinating logistics activities associated with exploration campaigns, including equipment, supplies, fuel and field support.
- Monitoring operational and drilling performance indicators, contributing to the continuous improvement of exploration programs.
- Promoting a strong safety culture through the identification and management of critical risks, leading safety meetings and supporting incident investigations as required.
- Ensuring compliance with corporate procedures, regulatory requirements and Rio Tinto standards related to exploration, drilling and aviation activities.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will bring a safety-first mindset, the ability to lead field-based activities and experience working in demanding operational environments.
You will also have:
- Experience in mineral exploration and diamond drilling programs.
- Technical knowledge of diamond drilling (DDH), deviation control, core recovery and geological QA/QC processes.
- Experience supervising high-risk activities in remote locations or camp-based environments.
- Experience in risk management and the implementation of critical controls.
- Fluency in Spanish and intermediate English proficiency.
- Strong leadership, communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
What we offer
- The opportunity to be part of a leading global mining and materials company.
- Professional development and learning opportunities across world-class exploration projects.
- An inclusive work environment where safety and wellbeing are our top priorities.
- A competitive compensation and benefits package.
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 situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and Inclusion
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be 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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Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, 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.
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from different cultural backgrounds.
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 who we are.
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- 2022 - PresentManager Projects - Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler - 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2022 – PresentManager Projects – Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler – 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
Working at Rio Tinto
Help us deliver the materials that make human progress possible.
The plane you’re flying in just landed. You fire up your phone and get your laptop out of the overhead bin. Immediately, you’re in work mode – thousands of miles from your office. Do you ever stop to think about all the materials that make life in the 21st century possible? At Rio Tinto, we discover, develop and deliver the materials that drive human progress. When you work with us, you’ll experience advantages you won’t find anywhere else.
Working in a technical role at Rio Tinto
Your advanced expertise will help drive human progress.
We’ve developed technical capabilities through nearly 150 years of discovering, planning, and operating mines in every corner of the world. We’re an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most sophisticated tools and robust data on the planet. Join us and experience:
Our application process
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Apply
The first thing you’ll need to do is apply to the role. You can do this with your LinkedIn profile or you can upload your resume. We’ll also ask you to complete a few questions before you submit your application.
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Undergo assessments
Our assessments are designed to help us work out whether you are suitable for the role. We will let you know which ones you’ll need to complete.
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Interview(s)
Our interviews could be in person or online. It’s a great opportunity for us to get to know you a bit better, answer any of your questions and talk about the exciting career opportunity you have applied for.
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Offers and checks
At this stage, we will let you know if you have been successful. If you have been, we’ll need to conduct a couple of checks, such as a background or security check. You may also need to do a medical assessment depending on the role you have applied for.
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Join the Rio Tinto team
Once the checks have been completed, we’ll be in touch to talk with you about your start date and answer any questions you may have before you start with us.