Superintendent Underground - Mobile Maintenance

Make a meaningful impact by improving equipment reliability and performance in a critical underground mining operation at one of the world's most iconic mines Lead and develop a diverse team with a strong focus on safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement Work at a unique urban mine just outside Salt Lake City, with easy access to world‑class outdoor recreation and vibrant city living, so you can enjoy your time off doing what matters most At Rio Tinto, we are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and able to succeed. We actively encourage applications from women and from people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We know that great technical capability comes in many forms, and we’re focused on building teams that reflect the communities we operate in and support each other to do their best work. We’re Finding Better Ways™ to provide the materials the world needs, now and in the future. Our values – care, courage and curiosity – guide how we work and how we treat each other. About the role An excellent opportunity exists for an Underground Mobile Maintenance Superintendent – Asset Management to join our team in a local role based at our Salt Lake City operation. This position offers a broad and diverse scope of work, where your ability to engage, connect, and positively influence stakeholders at all levels will be key to your success. This is a value‑adding role where you will help maximize the performance of the underground mine by implementing effective maintenance and asset management practices aligned to business priorities. Reporting to the Asset Management Manager – Underground Operations, your key accountabilities include, but are not limited to: Leading diverse teams to achieve safety, environmental, and cost objectives Taking a proactive approach to safety, including participating in incident investigations, hazard studies, and safety improvement initiatives Coaching, mentoring, and developing team members while fostering a culture of genuine care and accountability Managing the asset management budget and operating plan to optimize cost and deliver key performance outcomes Driving continuous improvement to enhance equipment availability, reliability, and productivity through best practice processes Collaborating closely with Operations, Contractor Management, and HSE teams to achieve business objectives Monitoring and analyzing performance data to inform decision-making and resolve operational issues Supporting critical breakdowns and incidents outside of standard working hours as required About you A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team Bachelor’s degree, technical qualification, or trade certification in a related field Experience in mobile maintenance and asset management practices, with prior leadership experience Ability to analyze data and make effective strategic and operational decisions Experience monitoring, managing, and reporting performance metrics Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work across multiple teams and functions Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office applications Ability to lead, influence, and motivate teams, driving engagement and performance Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Working knowledge of underground fixed and mobile equipment is advantageous What we offer A work environment where safety is always the number one priority. Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus. 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. Attractive share ownership plan. Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave. A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you’re able to spend quality time with your new family. Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing. Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges. Where you'll 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, 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 can’t do it on our own, so we’re 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 http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information. A drive for innovation and continuous improvement is at the heart of our company's purpose: Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. Here, you’ll find a home for curious people who care about their work and colleagues, are courageous about finding better ways to do things, and are empowered to adapt quickly to solve problems and meet opportunities. 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.