Autonomous Mining Systems Coordinator

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today!    

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.

Description

The Autonomous Mining System Coordinator is responsible for implementing the mine model for MineStar Command for Hauling, while providing effective support to other personnel, including the Autonomous Mining Controls Specialist and Autonomous Mining Pit Technicians. The Autonomous Mining System Coordinator will work to manage the mine model, review system operations, ensure data quality, troubleshoot, and maintaining onboard files.

• Ensures accurate completion of documentation and data entry where necessary. Troubleshoots assignments, communications issues and escalates issues that cannot be resolved. Monitors operations/processes and system performance to ensure key performance indicators are met.
• Prioritize work to meet shift objectives. Follow specific operating procedures. Complete and validate shift reports, shift handover and document all issues requiring follow up.
• Ensure prompt communication with affected parties when plans or decisions are modified. Ensure communication with peers, supervision and other employees contribute to safe and collaborative working relationships. Communicate with team members and contractors to ensure all necessary information is provided. Liaise with other departments, internal and external, to coordinate activities, including but not limited to, maintenance, engineering, etc.
• Comply and adhere with all company policies, regulations and procedures. Report autonomous related incidents as soon as practicable. Participate in safety meetings, investigations and safety programs.
• Perform other duties as requested

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Four (4) years of related operational experience in a mining environment including systems and troubleshooting experience
• Experience managing systems such as MineStar, Modular or similar dispatch systems.
• Proficient in computer operation and application.
• Action oriented.
• Approachable and displays active listening skills.
• Customer focused.
• Organizational and priority setting - able to make complex decisions and prioritize outcomes.
• Negotiation skills – ability to be able to achieve target outcomes in an environment of competing priorities.
• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical mining related discipline

Criteria/Conditions:

• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as allowed by applicable state laws

What We Offer You 

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $31.00 - $42.00/hour. 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.  
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.  

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to [email protected] .