Control Room Supervisor

Asarco Llc; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ASARCO LLC is seeking a Control Room Supervisor to oversee the Command control team, ensuring KPI attainment by managing crew numbers, resources, and stakeholder communication. The role emphasizes safety culture and compliance with procedures.

The candidate will lead training, monitor shift performance, and participate in safety programs while reporting on shift activities and maintaining data integrity.

Qualifications

• Requires Grade 12 or equivalent.
• College diploma/university degree in mining, robotics or autonomous systems is an asset.
• 3+ years in open pit mining or autonomous operations.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Ability to influence others and manage up.

Responsibilities

• Oversee crew numbers and allocate resources to meet the daily mine plan.
• Coach and provide feedback to achieve KPIs.
• Engage site stakeholders to align goals and expectations.
• Facilitate training and development for crew members.
• Conduct investigations into performance standards when required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Organization

Under pressure

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

College diploma or university degree in mining/robotics/autonomous systems

Tools

MineStar

Modular

Job description

The Control Room Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the effective operations of the Command control team by providing support and regular engagement with the team. This role ensures that key performance indicators (KPIs) are met by managing crew numbers, allocating resources, and maintaining communication with site stakeholders. The Control Room Supervisor plays a critical role in fostering a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with operational procedures, and facilitating team training and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage appropriate crew numbers and allocate resources to achieve planned outcomes and execute the daily m ine plan.
• Oversee team performance to ensure KPIs are met through coaching and regular feedback.
• Engage with site stakeholders to align expectations and operational goals.
• Facilitate training and development programs for team members.
• Conduct investigations into performance standards when required or at the request of site stakeholders.

Job Requirements:

Health and Safety Responsibilities:

• Set the workplace health and safety culture within control operations.
• Comply and adhere with all company policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Report autonomous related incidents as soon as practicable .
• Participate in safety enquiries, safety meetings, and site safety programs as and when required .
• Promote and uphold a zero-harm safety culture, ensuring all operations comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and training sessions to reinforce best practices.
• Participate in SOP reviews, risk assessments, and other safety protocols related to autonomous operations.
• Identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with earthworks and AHS activities.
• Advocate for adherence to AHS safety protocols during operations and testing phases.

Operations Management:

• Manage shift handovers and pre-start processes.
• Ensure haul fleet operations efficiency and compliance with the mine plan.
• Maintain all safety compliance, including hazard identification, and Safe Work Procedures (SWPs).
• Oversee data integrity, including monitoring delays, blends, and shift reports.
• Manage end-of-shift and incident reporting.
• Oversee onsite training for crew members.
• Promote reward and recognition initiatives within the crew.
• Ensure housekeeping is maintained at company-acceptable levels.
• Monitor operations and processes within defined parameters.

Performance Management:

• Prioritize work to meet shift objectives .
• Follow specific operating procedures.
• Complete and validate shift reports, shift handover, and document all issues requiring follow-up.
• Employ efficient production practices e.g.: decision support, travel progress, and status page.

Communication and Liaison:

• Prompt communication with affected parties when plans or decisions are modified .
• Ensure communication with peers, supervision, and other employees contribute to safe and harmonious working relationships.
• Follow direction of supervisor in emergency response situations.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• College diplomas or university degrees in related fields such as mine engineering, robotics, or autonomous systems are considered an asset.
• 3 or more years of experience in an open pit mining environment or autonomous operations environment.
• Strong leadership and team building skills .
• Approachable, customer focused, and able to influence 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.
• Organizational and priority setting – able to make complex decisions and prioritize outcome .
• Experience working with fleet management systems such as MineStar, Modular or similar systems.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Preferred:

• Advanced computer literacy.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Sound knowledge of open pit mining fundamentals and autonomous mining operations.
• Previous exposure to Autonomous Mining Systems is highly desirable, but not essential.
• Frontline Management or similar training.

Working Conditions:

• This role operates on a shift-based schedule, requiring coordination during both day and night shifts.

At ASARCO LLC, “Safety First” is a core value. We are committed to ensuring employees work in the safest, most inclusive, and socially responsible manner possible. All employees must demonstrate a working knowledge of modern safety systems and prioritize safety in their roles.

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