Autonomous Mining Systems Coordinator

Where You Will Work

This role is based at a mining operation in Bagdad, Arizona , a small community offering a family-friendly atmosphere and access to local amenities such as an aquatic center, golf course, and fitness center. Housing may be available at a subsidized rate for eligible employees, subject to assignment terms and client guidelines.

Located approximately 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, the Bagdad site is home to a large-scale concentrate leach processing facility and a long-standing solvent extraction/electrowinning (SX/EW) operation supporting copper production.

Position Overview

The Autonomous Mining System Coordinator , placed through Turner Staffing Group , is responsible for implementing and maintaining the mine model for autonomous haulage systems using MineStar Command for Hauling. This role provides operational and technical support to autonomous mining personnel and ensures system integrity, data accuracy, and safe, efficient autonomous operations.

What You Will Do

• Implement and manage the mine model within MineStar Command for Hauling

• Support autonomous mining personnel, including controls specialists and pit technicians

• Review system operations, monitor performance, and ensure key performance indicators are met

• Maintain onboard files and ensure high-quality data integrity

• Troubleshoot system, assignment, and communication issues and escalate unresolved issues as needed

• Accurately complete documentation, data entry, shift reports, and shift handover notes

• Prioritize work activities to meet shift objectives and operational requirements

• Communicate changes to plans or decisions promptly to all affected parties

• Maintain clear communication with peers, supervisors, contractors, and cross-functional teams

• Coordinate activities with internal and external departments, including maintenance and engineering

• Comply with all Turner Staffing Group and client site policies, procedures, and regulations

• Report autonomous-related incidents promptly and participate in safety meetings, investigations, and safety programs

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years of operational experience in a mining environment, including systems management and troubleshooting

• Experience working with MineStar, Modular, or similar dispatch and fleet management systems

• Strong computer proficiency

• Action-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks and make informed decisions

• Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening and customer focus

• Ability to manage competing priorities and negotiate outcomes effectively

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written work and safety instructions in English

• Ability to communicate effectively in English regarding job assignments, procedures, and safety standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or mining-related discipline

Work Environment & Requirements

• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in mine, outdoor, plant, or manufacturing environments, including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear, and other PPE as required

• Ability to comply with Turner Staffing Group and client drug- and alcohol-free workplace policies, including pre-employment and ongoing testing as permitted by applicable laws