Underground Superintendent Dispatch
3 days ago
Salt Lake City
Underground Superintendent Dispatch • Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion, • Make your mark setting up our new intelligent mine, • Work in a global company with broad opportunities Salt Lake City Utah About the role We are looking for an Underground Superintendent Dispatch to lead the Rio Tinto Kennecott Mine Operational Control team to maximize the potential of our mining equipment resources and safety of our teams. This role is a great opportunity to be immersed in and part of the mining process. As the leader of the team you will be responsible for implementing a robust dispatch system aligned to aid in coordinating the production and operations of the underground mine activities. We are an open connected global teamthat includes someof the industrys best and brightest minds. We offer competitive performance-focused remuneration and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. With a global reach the opportunities to develop and grow your career are broad and exciting. Reporting to the Underground Operational Readiness Manager and working in a collaborative community you will be: • Effectively operate and manage the fleet control system to meet production plans and manage mine delays., • Responsible for implementing a robust dispatch system aligned with business needs., • Data collection through the dispatch system., • Management of the database integration with Rio Tinto Kennecott systems, • Development and Implementation of a continuous improvement process., • Facilitate and support implementation of technologies into the underground data collection and communication systems as aligned with the Underground technology roadmap., • Support implementation of SIC processes through dispatch system., • Aid in the professional development and mentoring of your direct reports and others., • Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures What youll bring To succeed in this role you will have: • 7 years experience in metalliferous underground mining., • 5 years of proven leadership experience., • Knowledge of the key value drivers in the mining industry and project management skills with ability to deliver measurable outcomes., • Experience on new projects/project ramp-up or extensions to existing projects., • Experience managing safety improvement programs in a large company environment focusing on Critical Risk Management and/or Fatality Prevention systems., • The ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of functions and personalities across the organisation., • Computer proficient in the Microsoft office Suite., • Must possess high analytical skills and technical competencies, • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels., • Demonstrated ability to influence peers., • Competency with computer software (Microsoft Office Suite SAP Deswik Groundhog or Pitram systems etc). It will also be beneficial if you have: • Previous experience in a dispatch environment, • A Bachelors Degree in Mining Engineering Mechanical Metallurgical Chemical Industrial or related field., • Experience with regulatory systems in the US including federal agencies (e.g. MSHA EPA etc.), • Longhole stoping experience What we offer We are committed to providing our employees witha generous benefits package. Be recognized for your contribution your thinking your hard work and go home knowing youve helped the world progress we provide: • A safety-focused and inclusive working environment, • Advantageous salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees, • 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, • Generous Rio Tinto employee share program which allows you to purchase Rio Tinto Company shares., • Comprehensive leave policies which cover all moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off) paid holidays and paid bereavement leave., • A favorable child-caregiver leave program (Up to 100% salary top-up), • Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing, • Ongoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family; to help in addressing educational opportunities addiction treatment depression stress domestic issues financial management and legal concerns., • Our team and industry experts are here to support and work with you to explore your learning potential and career goals Where youll be working Our Kennecott mine is a world-class fully integrated copper mining operation including a concentrator smelter and refinery located just outside Salt Lake City Utah in the United States. We produce copper precious metals including gold and silver molybdenum tellurium and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since 1903 and is one of the top producing mines in the world comprising approximately 11 percent of U.S. annual copper production. 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 cant do it on our own so were focused on creating partnerships to solve problems create win-win situations and meet opportunities. Respect and Inclusion Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color sex age religion national origin disability or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity. Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit for more information. 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