Specialist Production Projects

Oyu Tolgoi’s workforce today is more than 97 per cent Mongolian, and a major strategic focus for the company is to develop a skilled workforce that is continuously learning. We aim to attract the best talent, so that we can together deliver a safe and globally competitive copper business that contributes to the prosperity of Mongolia. 

Oyu Tolgoi LLC is operating a copper-gold mine in southern territory of Mongolia. The company aspires a vision ‘Natural wealth to enduring value, knowledge, and skill’, and pursues a mission, 'Together deliver a safe and globally competitive copper business that contributes to the prosperity of Mongolia' to build one of the largest copper-gold mines worldwide.
 

Specialist Projects and Automated Production Systems

• Excellent opportunity to be part of a world-class underground mining project
• Great exposure and development opportunities within the Owner’s team
• Collaborative and high performing environment at an exciting location

About the role

We are looking for Specialist Projects and Automated Production Systems  to join our diverse team. This is a key role within the Owner’s team with the responsibility for growing a diverse and capable team to continue the development of and ramp up of production activities for four block cave mines. 

The Opportunity

The Specialist Projects and Automated Production Systems will assist in implementing and optimizing production technology projects, including automated loaders and collision avoidance systems, to enhance safety and efficiency in underground mining.

This role is designed to provide foundational exposure to mining technology, project coordination, and safety practices, with mentorship and development opportunities for career progression.

This role is a critical function within underground mining operations, requiring the ability to influence and negotiate across multiple departments, including Production, Maintenance, Loader OEM’s, and Tactical teams. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of fostering collaboration between stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of automation projects.

While technical training will be provided, we are looking for candidates with the right attitude, problem-solving mindset, and soft skills.

What the role entails

4 weeks on/ 2 weeks off international FIFO arrangement and reporting to Superintendent Production Projects, you will:

• Project Support
  • Assist in the planning and execution of technology-focused production projects, including automated loaders and collision avoidance systems.
  • Work under the guidance of senior team members to collect and analyze data related to production technologies.
  • Participate in project meetings and contribute to documentation and reporting tasks.
• Technology Integration Assistance
  • Assist in monitoring and troubleshooting automated loaders and collision avoidance systems under supervision.
  • Collect and analyze basic operational data to identify areas for improvement.
  • Work collaboratively with the production and maintenance teams to support technology implementation.
• Skill Development and Training
  • Engage in structured training programs on underground mining technologies and safety practices.
  • Shadow experienced team members to learn technical skills related to production technology and automation.
  • Contribute to knowledge-sharing sessions with other junior team members.
• Safety and Risk Management
  • Implement safety-focused initiatives within production projects, particularly concerning collision avoidance technology and automation.
  • Ensure all technology systems comply with mine safety standards and contribute to a safe working environment.
  • Actively promote safety awareness and best practices within the production team.
• Data Collection and Reporting
  • Analyze performance data from automated and collision avoidance systems to generate insights that drive productivity and safety improvements.
  • Collect and document operational data from production technology systems.
  • Assist in preparing reports on system performance, safety incidents, and project updates.

What you will need for this role

• 6+ years’ experience in underground mines managing development, production and rehabilitation activities

Work Experience Areas:

• Advanced experience with Sandvilk Automine and MultiLite autonomous mining systems.
• Experience working in a block cave or underground mining environment.
• Knowledge of collision avoidance technology, fleet management, and digital mine systems.
• Underground Mining & Equipment Operation
• Production Loader or Haul Truck Operator (with knowledge of automated systems)
• Mine Technician (supporting production automation and technology testing)
• Maintenance Technician (experience with automated mining equipment, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting)

Industry-Specific Safety & Operations Certifications

• Diploma or degree in Mining Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related field.
• Certifications in underground mining safety and equipment operation.
• Underground Mining Equipment Operation Training
• Training on remote or semi-autonomous operation of underground loaders, drills, and haul trucks.
• Certifications in Mining Automation Systems
• Training from Sandvik AutoMine, Epiroc’s Mobius, or Caterpillar's MineStar Command.
• Proven experience with Sandvik Automine, production loader operation, and technology-related projects.
• Demonstrated success in coaching and developing team members, ideally in a mining or industrial context.
• Understanding of functional safety in mining.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Skills in project management and technology integration.

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• International relocation and visa assistance if required
• Competitive package
• Career development to further your ambitions
• Access top tier family-friendly health and medical programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing individual wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matter
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/ annual, paid parental, sick leave)

About us

Joining the Rio Tinto Oyu Tolgoi Underground Operations team is a great opportunity to be part of one of the most exciting developments in copper and gold mining for several decades. The mine contains reserves and resources that make it one of the world’s largest copper-gold deposits. 

This mega mining operation is expected to be a major contributor to Mongolia’s development. As part of the Rio Tinto Oyu Tolgoi Underground Operations team, you have the ability to contribute to something significant and learn and develop both personally and professionally. We offer a collaborative, high performing environment where success is achieved by working together.

Discover more about Mongolia and Oyu Tolgoi

Mongolia is increasingly becoming a destination for tourism and expatriate residents. As a rapidly developing city, Mongolia's capital Ulaanbaatar is seen as a comfortable, yet exciting place to live. With an array of cultural and social activities available and a growing network of international schools, housing options, and leisure facilities, its home to a growing community of international expatriates.

Located in the South Gobi Desert, just 80 kilometres from the Chinese border, the Oyu Tolgoi open pit mine and camp is a large, well-run and comfortable site with multiple amenities including recreational and sports facilities, a cinema, shops, restaurants and bars catered to a growing community. For more information about OT site, please check out this video.

Where you’ll be working

Oyu Tolgoi is an operating Copper / Gold open pit mine with a brownfields underground mining project. The site is located in the Gobi Desert region of Mongolia. The reserves case for the underground project is in the order of 0.5 billion tonnes of ore to be mined from the 95,000 tonnes per day Hugo North Lift 1 (HNL1) panel cave mine with a 20-year operations life. There is also the potential for 3 further block cave districts to increase mine life beyond 100 years.

Job application closes on Dec 2, 2025

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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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