Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor

Rio Tinto; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual incentive bonus

Health programs

Retirement plan

PTO / paid time off

Job summary

Rio Tinto Borates is seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor to lead a team of Electrical Maintenance Tradespersons in maintaining the electrical distribution system at our Boron, CA site, following world class asset management and safe work practices.

The role offers a clear path to leadership within one of the world’s leading mining operations, a competitive base salary, performance bonuses, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and broad opportunities to develop your

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial maintenance/operations.
• Leadership experience.
• Experience with medium/high voltage systems.
• Electrical safety troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• HS Diploma or GED; Electrical trade cert preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and allocate work to a team of trade employees.
• Follow asset management practices and maintenance work orders.
• Allocate coverage for breakdowns.
• Collaborate with planners and supervisors on scheduling.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and measurable safety/results focus.
• Ensure work aligns with Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Skills

Leadership

Safety procedures

Maintenance operations

Electrical troubleshooting

HV systems

Driver's license

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Electrical trade certificate

Tools

MS Office

Excel

SAP

Job description

• Joint a team of knowledgeable individuals focused on maintaining electrical and instrumentation equipment with the highest degree of safety.
• Exposure to various process control systems, instrumentation and power distribution equipment.
• Work for a global company with broad opportunities – Boron, CA
• For California based roles the expected salary range is $90,000 – 123,750

• Joint a team of knowledgeable individuals focused on maintaining electrical and instrumentation equipment with the highest degree of safety.
• Exposure to various process control systems, instrumentation and power distribution equipment.
• Work for a global company with broad opportunities – Boron, CA
• For California based roles the expected salary range is $90,000 – 123,750

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs

About The Role

We are looking for an Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor to lead a team of Electrical Maintenance Tradespersons in maintenance activities of the electrical distribution system following world class asset management processes and safe work practices. We are a large facility which produces multiple finished products. The electrical distribution system includes a Cogen Facility, 115kv, 34.5kv and 4160v overhead along with underground ties to 5 substations with associated switchgear.

This role is a great opportunity to progress your career into a leadership role in one of the world's leading mining operations.

We are an open, connected global team that includes some of the industry’s best and brightest minds. We offer competitive, performance-focused remuneration and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. With a global reach, the opportunities to develop and grow your career are broad and exciting.

Reporting to the Superintendent and working within a diverse team, you will be

• Adherence to safety procedures to ensure the safety of employees complying with Rio Tinto and Statutory Safety requirements
• Managing, supervising and allocating work to a team of trade employees in maintenance as well as shop related activities.
• Applying Rio Tinto asset management practices, adhering to the approved maintenance work management program and ensuring compliance with planned and scheduled work orders.
• Allocating maintenance coverage for breakdowns.
• Interfacing with planners and fellow Supervisors to assist in planning and scheduling of work.
• Providing leadership in team building, coaching, planning, and establishing clear measures that keep everyone focused on safety, results, and the customer.
• Ensuring work is completed in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and soliciting input from team members

What You'll Bring

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• 5+ years of experience in maintenance/operations of an industrial setting
• Leadership experience
• Experience in maintaining medium and high voltage systems (4160 Kv and higher)
• Experience in safe electrical troubleshooting and preventative maintenance strategies
• Driver's license
• Minimum of a HS Diploma or GED, Electrical Trade certificate preferred

It will also be beneficial if you have

• Prior experience in mining operations
• Knowledge of MS Office, Excel& SAP

What We Offer

Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus
• Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits
• Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave
• A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you’re able to spend quality time with your new family
• Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges

Where you will be working

Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world’s demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win‑win situations and meet opportunities.

Respect and Inclusion

Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.

Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http //www.ucis.gov/ for more information.