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Supervisor - Mine

Employer
Rio Tinto
Location
Boron, CA, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Aug 2, 2021

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Category
Mining Production, Supervisory
Work Term
Permanent
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English

Job Details

Supervisor
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Exposure to multiple groups within Rio Tinto Minerals Boron Operations
  • Work for a global company with broad opportunities Rio Tinto Energy and Minerals - Boron

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and metals group that focuses on finding, mining, processing and marketing the earth's mineral resources. We have been in business for more than 140 years and remain focused on the long term. We're committed to sustainable and innovative ways to do business, deliver results and build a great work environment. It's how we grow - it's how you grow.

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It's a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organisation and fulfilling career.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Supervisor to join the Rio Tinto Minerals Boron Operations Mine Team to maximize the potential of our mining equipment, resources, and the safety of our teams. Our staff and supervision work a 12 hr. rotating schedule Sunday through Tuesday or Thursday through Saturday and every other Wednesday. This is a fixed schedule for dayshift or nightshift and requires flexibility to work all shifts.

Rio Tinto Minerals operates globally providing borates to world markets. Recognized as a leader in the industrial minerals industry due to product quality, supply reliability and technical support; we are proud to make modern life work. From our location in Boron, California we supply refined borates which are key ingredients in fiberglass, glass, ceramics, fertilizers, wood preservatives and many other products.

What the role entails

This role is a great opportunity to opportunity to progress your career into a leadership role in one of the world's leading mining operations. Reporting to the Superintendent- Mine & Crusher Operation, Mine & Owens Lake, you will be:
  • Ensuring a high level of leadership in safety standards and procedures
  • Executing mine production plans in a safe and cost-effective manner to ensure targeted quantities are consistently delivered
  • Responsible for the allocation of operational resources and directing work of outside consultants and contractors
  • Responsible for ongoing training, safety compliance and departmental scheduling and productivity
  • Communicating with multiple stakeholder groups working in and around the mine facility
  • Contributing to the continuous improvement of the mine and lowering of costs by identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation

What you will need for this role

To succeed in this role, you will have:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a related role with increasing responsibility
  • Ability to lead and prior experience leading medium to large teams
  • Strong problem solving and multi-tasking skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels

It will also be beneficial if you have:
  • Prior experience in mining operations and/or exposure to mine planning systems
  • Intermediate computer competency (Excel, Word, SAP, etc.)

If you are looking for change, a new career and would like to work for a successful global organisation, join us today.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.

If you would like to know more about careers at Rio Tinto, you can like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or join us on LinkedIn.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Company

We are curious and creative, ingenious and hard-working. We are pioneers – exploring the boundaries of everything we do. The materials we produce are essential to human progress, and we see that progress driven by our people. Working at Rio Tinto means touching people’s lives: from exploring new materials to finding ways to tackle climate change. 

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. And 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. 

Our values – care, courage and curiosity – guide how we work and how we treat each other.

Company info
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Rio Tinto
Telephone
+44 20 7781 2000
Location
6 St James's Square
London
London
SW1Y 4AD
Australia

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