Sr. Maintenance Supervisor Tails & Water

WHAT WE OFFER

Your journey with Capstone Copper starts here. At Capstone, our people are the heart of our organization. We are focused on growth and are committed to unlocking the full potential of ourselves, our teams and our resources. We invest in our people to develop a skilled and engaged workforce, not only for today, but for the future. If you are looking for a purposeful, performance-driven and dynamic work environment, join us!

 Pinto Valley is an open-pit copper mine located at the west end of the historic Globe-Miami mining district of central Arizona, approximately 80 miles east of Phoenix. Pinto Valley has been in operation since 1972 and has produced more than four billion pounds of copper. Acquired by Capstone from BHP in 2013, the mine is fully permitted through 2039 and a study is underway to potentially extend the mine life through 2050.

 Our proximity to the Greater Phoenix metro area provides prospective employees with the option to live in communities such as Mesa, Apache Junction, Gilbert, Chandler, San Tan Valley, or Florence. Our location offers a unique work-life balance, blending the rewarding opportunities of the mining industry with easy access to the vibrant energy of Downtown Phoenix, making it an ideal choice for both individuals and their families.

 Capstone employees are eligible for an extensive total rewards package, designed to support your physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This package includes, but is not limited to:

• 401(k) Savings Plan – Eligible from day one, contribute up to 30% of your salary with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, fully vested immediately.
• Retirement Boost – The company contributes 8.5% of your salary, increasing to 14.2% after reaching the Social Security wage base, with 100% immediate vesting.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan – After three months, contribute 2% to 7% of your salary (max $5,000/year) to buy company shares, with a 50% company match, fully vested upon grant.
• Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus  
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (effective on start date), including Telehealth options and additional supplemental insurances
• Disability and Life Insurance (effective on start date)
• Paid time-off, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Internal progression opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounted insurance plans for pets, automobiles and homes
• Additional Potential Benefits:

POSITION PURPOSE

Responsible for developing and supervising an effective team of maintenance supervisors and technicians to safely deliver tails & water equipment uptime and performance targets at the Pinto Valley Mine Site. This professional plays a key role in the general oversight of all maintenance activities associated with the tailings and water infrastructure, including pumps, pipelines, valves, dewatering and related facilities. This position ensures the reliability, safety, and environmental compliance of critical systems that support continuous mine operations and works closely with the operations, supply chain and technical service teams at Pinto Valley as well as with external suppliers, contractors and consultants. 

REPORTING TO:

Maintenance Superintendent, Tails & Water

COLLABORATING WITH:

(Key Departments, External Groups)

Internal:

• ·   Maintenance Planning, Condition Monitoring, Supply & Procurement
• ·   Reliability, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers and Specialists
• ·   Maintenance Execution and Operational Teams
• ·   Technicians and Operators

External:

• ·   Suppliers, contractors and service providers as necessary for equipment technical support or outsourcing

PEOPLE REPORTING TO THIS POSITION:

(Name of Positions):

• ·   Maintenance Supervisors
• ·   Outlying Maintenance Technicians (Levels 2-5)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Balance of field (70%) and office work (30%). Field work is performed in different areas, equipment and plants specific to the Tails & Water facilities at the Pinto Valley Mine Site

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

As an employee of the Capstone Copper Maintenance Department your key responsibilities are aligned with the Capstone Copper Asset Management Framework (AMF) Elements. You will be required to develop a clear understanding of the Capstone Copper AMF Standards relevant to your role and ensure they are applied within your area of responsibility. 

The responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the following:

1. Health, Safety and Environment ……………………………………………….…….. (20%)

• Ensure safe work practices, compliance with mine safety standards, and adherence to environmental and regulatory requirements. – AM01
• Participate in proactive activities to reduce the probability and mitigate consequences of potential safety incidents to make Pinto Valley Mine a safe place to work – AM01
• Promote and develop a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and contractors by implementing proactive actions – AM01
• Monitor that all employees and contractors are certified to perform their activities and in compliance with local, state, federal and company standards and operating procedures – AM01

1. Develop an Effective Team of Maintenance Technicians ………..…..….……...… (20%)
2. Structure the T&W team in which is technically capable, engaged, effective, efficient, and fit for purpose. – AM03

• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and reliability teams to optimize equipment availability and asset performance. – AM03
• Develop a skills matrix based on team functions and learning objectives to deliver and update a training plan – AM03
• Define team member expectations, monitor progress, review performance and provide feedback. Provide coaching as necessary to maximize team effectiveness – AM03
• Develop team awareness of the Pinto Valley Work Management Process and highlight the role of each team member – AM11
• Resolve conflicts (internal and external) in a timely and fair manner according to CBA agreement and company guidelines – AM01
• Support and mentor supervisors, planners, and tradespeople through coaching, performance management, and technical guidance. – AM03

1. Supervise Execution of Maintenance Plans .………… (20%)

• Provide leadership, expertise and guidance to all T&W maintenance and operational activities scheduled and unscheduled – AM11
• Ensure business team expectations are met, and performance of the team is according to plans – AM08
• Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs for tailings storage facilities, pipelines, pump stations, reclaim water systems, and seepage control infrastructure. – AM11
• Lead and coordinate the daily maintenance activities of multi-disciplinary crews (mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation) across tailings and water management assets– AM11
• Coordinate shutdowns, equipment overhauls, and capital upgrade projects in conjunction with project and reliability engineers. – AM12
• Work with supply chain to establish and maintain a proper level of inventory by analyzing inventory levels, critical spares, slow movement, obsolescence, developing BOM’s, etc – AM06
• Report T&W team KPI performance to identify deviations/bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on reliability, efficiency, and asset sustainability. – AM08

1. Manage Maintenance Contractors & External Support .….……………….…..… (20%)

• Review contractor and external support performance for T&W maintenance and operational activities – AM11
• Confirm and record that contractors and external support are following MSHA and Pinto Valley guidelines - AM03
• Ensure consistent, quality of work performed by contractors and external support – AM10
• Evaluate economically and strategically the different functions within the maintenance team to propose either function insourced or outsourced – AM11
• Management and economic review of contracted equipment, rentals & consumables (mobile equipment, generators) – AM05

1. Manage and Report Budget and Expenses ………………..………..…… (20%)

• Participate in the development of the T&W team budget by providing comprehensive work plans, historical expenses information, additions and decommissions of equipment, feasibility of functions insourcing or outsourcing, etc – AM02
• Review maintenance budgets, monitor costs, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement. – AM15
• Review periodically with the team the economic performance of the different functions under your supervision to create awareness and identify opportunities for improvement -AM15
• Report budget performance to chain of command highlighting deviations and listing corrective action items – AM09

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

(Required, Preferred)

REQUIRED

• ·   HS Diploma or GED

PREFERRED

• ·   Certificate in mechanical or electrical disciplines

YEARS OF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

(Required, Preferred)

REQUIRED

• 10 years of experience in a mining industry, including 3 years in a leadership capacity

PREFERRED

• 10 years of experience in a mining, fixed plant focused operational facility, 5 years in a leadership capacity

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES (KSA):

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Understanding of safety protocols and practices in a mining processing plant or open pit mine environment
• Knowledge of principles of supervision, training, performance evaluation and contractor management
• Intermediate principles and practices of budget preparation, monitoring and administration
• Capability to read and understand construction drawings, P&ID, work plans and equipment specifications
• Understanding of work management process in ERP’s
• Understanding of Lean Maintenance methodologies to reduce waste and inefficiencies
• Strong understanding of tailings management systems, slurry pumping, water reclaim systems, and pipeline operations.
• Valid US driver’s license (must obtain AZ driver’s license)
• Able to speak, comprehend, and write in English

SOFT SKILLS

• Safety Conscious: to identify potential hazards and take the necessary steps to mitigate them
• Leadership Abilities: to effectively motivate, delegate tasks, and manage a team of facilities technicians
• Organizational Skills: to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
• Analytical Skills: to identify root causes of issues and develop solutions
• Technical Aptitude: to have a strong understanding of building systems, equipment, and processes
• Problem Solving: to think creatively and come up with innovative solutions to complex problems
• Communication: to explain technical concepts in a clear and understandable manner
• Project Management: to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and effectively