Autonomous Mining Controls Specialist

Freeport-McMoran, Inc.$75K — $104K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED with 5+ years of operational experience, including supervisory roles, OR a Bachelor's in a mining-related field with at least one internship.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, especially regarding safety.
  • Proficiency in computer applications related to the mining industry.
  • Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize complex tasks.
  • Experience in managing and influencing others, particularly in conflict situations.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee shift activities of autonomous haul truck operations.
  • Execute the mine plan using the MineStar Hauling system, ensuring data accuracy and blend management.
  • Prioritize tasks to meet shift objectives and document all operational issues.
  • Set and enforce safety culture and protocols for autonomous hauling processes.
  • Monitor system performance to achieve key performance indicators and communicate changes to teams.
  • Coordinate activities with various departments, including maintenance and engineering.
  • Provide training and coaching to staff as needed.

Benefits

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions and matching.
  • Paid time off, sick leave, holiday pay, and parental leave.
  • Tuition assistance for continuing education.
  • Employee Assistance Program for personal support resources.
  • Discounted insurance plans for pets, auto, and home.
  • Opportunities for internal career advancement.
Full Job Description


Where You Will Work

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world. Visit the Bagdad town website to learn more.

What You Will Do

The Autonomous Mining Dispatch Controls Specialist, also known as a Command Operator, manages and oversees the shift activities of the autonomous haul truck mining operations which includes the movement of equipment, personnel and materials. This individual will work closely with the mining operations team and the autonomous MineStar Command system to ensure the safe and efficient execution of daily mining activities to achieve the production goals.
  • Primarily responsible for the execution of the mine plan through the effective use of Command for Mine Star Hauling system. Responsible for data accuracy and correct blend management in accordance with mine plan.
  • Prioritize work to meet shift objectives. Follow specific operating procedures. Complete and validate shift reports, shift turnover and document all issues requiring follow up. Employ production efficient practices e.g.: decision support, travel progress, and status page.
  • Set the workplace health and safety culture within control operations. Develop and implement safety procedures and protocols for the autonomous haul truck system. Comply and adhere to all company policies, regulations and procedures. Report autonomous related incidents as soon as practicable. Participate in safety meetings, investigations and safety programs.
  • Monitor operations/processes and system performance to ensure key performance indicators are met. Communicate with affected parties when plans or decisions are modified.
  • Liaise with other departments, internal and external, to coordinate activities, including but not limited to, maintenance, engineering, etc.
  • Provide training and coaching as needed to other personnel.
  • Perform other duties as assigned


What You Bring To Freeport

  • High School diploma or GED, and five (5) years of related operational experience, including supervisory or lead experience, OR
  • Bachelor's Degree in a technical mining related discipline with at least one summer internship experience (or equivalent) working in mining or industrial environment
  • Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English
  • Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures and applicable safety standards
  • Proficiency in computer operation and application
  • Organizational and priority setting - able to make complex decisions and prioritize outcomes


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Fleet Management Systems such as MineStar Fleet and/or Modular Mining Dispatch
  • Engineering experience
  • Diverse work experience in various areas of the mining processes
  • Conflict management - able to deal with difficult people or situations.
  • Influencing others - get work done through others and able to effectively manage up.
  • Negotiation skills - ability to be able to achieve target outcomes in an environment of competing priorities


What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $75,000 - $104,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.
  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
  • Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
  • Tuition assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
  • Internal progression opportunities
  • Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!


What We Require
  • Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
  • Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
  • Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.

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