Rio Tinto · 13 hours ago
Senior Advisor Technology Development
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expRio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company, and they are seeking a Senior Advisor Technology Development to support the roll-out of Nuton technology. This role involves overseeing operations at the Johnson Camp Mine, managing test programs, and providing technical support to ensure successful implementation of innovative heap leaching technology.
ManufacturingMineralMiningMining TechnologyNatural Resources
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leading facility commissioning, Ramp-up, improvements, training of operators and management of change
Plan, conduct, lead, and analyze Nuton testwork programs at on-site internal laboratory facilities, as well as at external commercial laboratories. This includes testing ore samples for their amenability to Nuton operating conditions and to optimize operating parameters
Lead setting up of a new partner testing facility in Tucson, AZ, to analyze and test ores from our first industrial-scale deployment site at Johnson Camp Mine, as well as from other potential partner sites
Provide technical support to the Technology Principal Advisor and Node Leads involved in the commissioning, ramp-up and operation of the JCM Nuton deployment
Provide and / or review technical design and engineering specifications as needed by the broader Nuton team
Qualification
Required
A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
A tertiary qualification in Chemical or Metallurgical Engineering
Experience in the operation and support of bacteria generation units (Bio reactors)
Strong data analysis skills
Strong problem-solving ability incorporating troubleshooting of technical and complex issues
A minimum of 6 years of heap leach test work and / or operational experience, preferably in copper heap leaching. Experience in agglomeration and stacking operations will be considered favorable
Good understanding of sampling theory and experimental statistical analysis/design
Ability to work in multi-functional and multi-disciplinary teams and deliver measurable outcomes
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the organization and external vendors and stakeholders
Benefits
Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
Retirement options that include a 6% company contribution to a defined plan, 401(k) matching, and a share ownership program.
Generous time-off opportunities include paid time off, holidays, bereavement leave, and four months of parental leave for all parents.
Comprehensive health plans covering medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and additional voluntary benefits.
Access to wellness initiatives, including employee discounts and an employee assistance program for confidential support.
Company
Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a mining and metals company that focuses on the extraction and processing of minerals and metals in various sectors.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$30.74MKey Investors
Canadian GovernmentAustralian Renewable Energy Agency
2024-02-26Grant· $8.5M
2023-07-12Grant· $21.8M
2021-06-16Grant· $0.44M
Leadership Team
Bold Baatar
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
Katie Jackson
Chief Executive, Copper
Recent News
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