What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mine Ops Lead position at Hudbay Minerals U.S. Business Unit?
Role Title
Mine Operations Lead
Reports To
Mine Operations Senior Supervisor
Job Type
Full-time, Regular
Location:
Helvetia, AZ
About Hudbay
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.
Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.
The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Mission
To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
This role will be located at the Copper World Project, approximately 45 minutes southwest of Tucson near Sahuarita, Arizona.
Purpose Of Role
Reporting to the Mine Operations Senior Supervisor, the Mine Operations Lead is responsible for assisting mine operations supervisors by operating heavy equipment and leading equipment operators and laborers. This role ensures all company procedures and safety policies are strictly followed to protect all colleagues.
Role Accountabilities
Leadership and Personnel Management
Experience and Education
Other Requirements
Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.
Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.
Employee will be expected to drive a company vehicle, rental vehicle and/or his/her own vehicle in the course of performing the job, Employee must be able to perform the physical functions of operating a motor vehicle, including use of eyes, ears, arms, hands, legs, and feet. Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.
Why Hudbay?
Mine Operations Lead
Reports To
Mine Operations Senior Supervisor
Job Type
Full-time, Regular
Location:
Helvetia, AZ
About Hudbay
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.
Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.
The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Mission
To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
This role will be located at the Copper World Project, approximately 45 minutes southwest of Tucson near Sahuarita, Arizona.
Purpose Of Role
Reporting to the Mine Operations Senior Supervisor, the Mine Operations Lead is responsible for assisting mine operations supervisors by operating heavy equipment and leading equipment operators and laborers. This role ensures all company procedures and safety policies are strictly followed to protect all colleagues.
Role Accountabilities
Leadership and Personnel Management
- Lead equipment operators and laborers.
- Collaborate with the training department to help train and grow new operators.
- Communicate work plans and project scope to the crew prior to implementation.
- Motivate and manage the team to ensure a positive work ethic.
- Assist with earthwork operations, pioneering work on access roads, and drill pad construction.
- Operate heavy equipment to support various construction projects around the site.
- Build and maintain new and existing roads throughout the site.
- Independently identify project needs and coordinate equipment maintenance and task completions.
- Perform minor maintenance activities as required to meet ongoing needs.
- Track earthwork KPIs and present results on a weekly basis.
- Provide verbal and written daily shift reports to Mine Supervision regarding progress.
- Maintain a deep understanding of safety systems and identify potential hazards in assigned work areas.
- Understand equipment components to reduce damage and wear.
Experience and Education
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- Three years’ experience in the mining industry.
- Two years’ experience operating heavy machinery for roads, pads, or earthwork projects.
- Experience operating, managing, and optimizing the use of small earthwork equipment.
- Strong leadership, communication, and motivational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of project practices, policies, and systems.
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License and reliable personal transportation to the site.
- Ability to achieve Caterpillar certification for operating a backhoe, water truck, and tractor.
- Ability to operate heavy equipment and prove licensure.
- Current MSHA certification.
- Current Caterpillar certifications.
Other Requirements
Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.
Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.
Employee will be expected to drive a company vehicle, rental vehicle and/or his/her own vehicle in the course of performing the job, Employee must be able to perform the physical functions of operating a motor vehicle, including use of eyes, ears, arms, hands, legs, and feet. Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.
Why Hudbay?
- At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
- We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
- Annual performance bonuses
- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
- Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
- An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.
- Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.