Operations Coordinator

Boart Longyear; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Boart Longyear is seeking an Operations Coordinator in West Valley, Utah, to coordinate field crews and logistics, ensuring job demands and client requirements are met while driving consistent operational standards across field and project activities.

You will lead continuous improvement efforts, align activities with EHS systems, report risks, and support competency development for operating staff; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Effective time and priority management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and related software tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate crews and logistics to ensure job demands and client requirements are met.
• Work closely with Field Supervisors to complete field orders and support day-to-day operational needs.
• Promote and model a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure alignment between operational activities and EHS systems, processes, and procedures to meet statutory, company, and client standards.
• Identify and report operational risks and hazards; ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
• Support and participate in the identification, validation, and achievement of drilling competency for operational employees.
• Provide leadership on operational matters including drilling technical issues, drill rigs, and ancillary equipment; ensure competency development is maintained.

Skills

Communication skills

Time and priority management

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Boart Longyear is a global leader in drilling services, providing innovative and reliable solutions to the mining and drilling industry. With a rich history spanning over 130 years, Boart Longyear is committed to delivering excellence in safety, drilling services, and technology.

We are seeking an Operations Coordinator to join our Boart Longyear team in West Valley, Utah, supporting our Large Rotary division. In this role, you will coordinate field crews and logistics to ensure operational demands and client requirements are met while driving the consistent execution of operational standards across field and project activities. You will lead and support continuous improvement efforts and ensure adherence to company policies, safety protocols, and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate crews and logistics to ensure job demands and client requirements are met.
• Work closely with Field Supervisors to complete field orders and support day-to-day operational needs.
• Promote and model a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure alignment between operational activities and EHS systems, processes, and procedures to meet statutory, company, and client standards.
• Identify and report operational risks and hazards; ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
• Support and participate in the identification, validation, and achievement of drilling competency for operational employees.
• Provide leadership on operational matters including drilling technical issues, drill rigs, and ancillary equipment; ensure competency development is maintained.
• Ensure operational systems, processes, and practices are understood and consistently applied across the division in alignment with global Boart Longyear standards and metrics.
• Act with integrity and consistently represent Boart Longyear's values and interests.
• Ensure compliance with local laws and Boart Longyear policies and procedures.
• Partner with leadership teams to ensure equipment meets Drilling Standard requirements and client expectations.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to identify and recruit top operational talent.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to support safe and efficient operations.
• Travel as required to support field operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; or diploma in a related field or relevant certification. Relevant experience strongly considered in lieu of formal education.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• Ability to travel extensively as required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a related field.
• Minimum 1 year experience in project management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Effective time and priority management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and related software tools.

Compensation, Benefits and Perks

Talented people are attracted to companies with long-term success and a supportive workplace culture that encourages work-life balance. Boart Longyear offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. If hired, you can expect:

Company Overview

About Boart Longyear Since 1890, Boart Longyear has led the way in drilling services, orebody knowledge technology, and productivity-driven equipment for mining and exploration. We support projects across copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and more—with additional work in energy, oil sands, and environmental sectors.

What You'll Be Part Of

• Global Drilling Services:

At Boart Longyear Drilling Services, you'll join a world-leading provider of contract drilling solutions with a legacy of safe and reliable performance since 1890. Our Drilling Services division delivers a full range of drilling capabilities — including mineral exploration, water services, production drilling, reverse circulation, sonic, surface and underground coring — for a diverse global customer base spanning copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium and other critical commodities. We are recognized for innovative solutions, technical expertise, and operational excellence in some of the most challenging environments worldwide, backed by deep investment in safety, people, and equipment.

Our People & Values

Great ideas come from diverse teams. We foster an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone is heard. Our vision: lead the industry in safety, innovation, and productivity. Our values: Integrity, Health & Safety, Teamwork & Diversity, Customer Focus, and Sustainability.

Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. Learn more at boartlongyear.com and follow us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram and Twitter (X).

Boart Longyear is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We appreciate all applicants from all backgrounds; only those selected for interview will be contacted.