Mining Operations Superintendent

About the role

Rio Tinto is looking for a Mining Operations Superintendent to oversee the operational supervision of several strategic mining activities at the Simandou project in Guinea. The post plays a key role in driving the financial performance of the activities through financial planning, performance analysis, risk and opportunity identification, and strengthening financial discipline. It reports to the Manager Mine Services and is based in Canga, open only to Guinean nationals on a local employment contract.

Key responsibilities

• Promote exemplary safety leadership and ensure compliance with applicable standards, procedures and regulations
• Coordinate mining, drilling and blasting, dewatering, crushing and loading train activities
• Monitor operational performance, identify improvement opportunities and manage operational risks
• Supervise contractor performance and contribute to daily, weekly and monthly operational planning
• Develop supervisors, operators and future leaders, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives

Required profile

• University degree in mining or equivalent, with confirmed leadership experience in mining, infrastructure, construction or heavy industry
• Experience in at least two of: open-pit mining, drilling and blasting, water management and dewatering, crushing and screening, railway loading and material handling, and mine road maintenance and earthworks
• Leadership and team management skills, ability to handle multiple priorities, and strong communication and stakeholder management
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and operational excellence; multicultural work experience highly valued
• Good French and English, Mandarin is a strong advantage

What we offer

• Competitive base salary based on skills and experience, plus annual cash incentives for eligible employees
• Career development and training assistance
• Family-friendly health programmes, retirement and savings plans, wellness benefits and an Employee Assistance Program
• Generous leave policy including vacation and paid parental leave