Freeport-McMoRan · 17 hours ago
Autonomous Mining Controls Specialist
Freeport-McMoRan is committed to a collaborative work environment prioritizing safety and excellence. The Autonomous Mining Controls Specialist will manage and oversee the shift activities of autonomous haul truck mining operations, ensuring safe and efficient execution to meet production goals.
Mining
Responsibilities
Primarily responsible for the execution of the mine plan through the effective use of Command for Mine Star Hauling system. Responsible for data accuracy and correct blend management in accordance with mine plan
Prioritize work to meet shift objectives. Follow specific operating procedures. Complete and validate shift reports, shift turnover and document all issues requiring follow up. Employ production efficient practices e.g.: decision support, travel progress, and status page
Set the workplace health and safety culture within control operations. Develop and implement safety procedures and protocols for the autonomous haul truck system. Comply and adhere to all company policies, regulations and procedures. Report autonomous related incidents as soon as practicable. Participate in safety meetings, investigations and safety programs
Monitor operations/processes and system performance to ensure key performance indicators are met. Communicate with affected parties when plans or decisions are modified
Liaise with other departments, internal and external, to coordinate activities, including but not limited to, maintenance, engineering, etc
Provide training and coaching as needed to other personnel
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED, and five (5) years of related operational experience, including supervisory or lead experience, OR
Bachelor's Degree in a technical mining related discipline with at least one summer internship experience (or equivalent) working in mining or industrial environment
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
Proficiency in computer operation and application
Organizational and priority setting - able to make complex decisions and prioritize outcomes
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
Preferred
Experience with Fleet Management Systems such as MineStar Fleet and/or Modular Mining Dispatch
Engineering experience
Diverse work experience in various areas of the mining processes
Conflict management – able to deal with difficult people or situations
Influencing others – get work done through others and able to effectively manage up
Negotiation skills – ability to be able to achieve target outcomes in an environment of competing priorities
Benefits
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!
Company
Freeport-McMoRan
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (Freeport) is a leading international metals company with the objective of being foremost in copper.
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