Superintendent, Resource & Mine Geology

Rio Tinto • Salt Lake City, UT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Superintendent Resource & Mine Geology to lead the delivery of accurate, integrated geological knowledge and resource models that support safe operations, optimize mine value, and reduce geological risk. This is a great opportunity for a strategic and collaborative leader to influence decision-making, strengthen technical capability, and enhance operational performance through high-quality geological insights. Reporting to the Manager Surface Mine Planning and Geoscience and working within a cross-functional environment, you will lead and develop the Resource & Mine Geology team, building capability and fostering a strong safety culture. You will oversee resource modelling, estimation, and compliance with industry standards and governance requirements. You will deliver orebody knowledge (OBK) and reconciliation insights to support operational and planning decisions and program improvement. You will define and implement OBK strategies to manage geological risk and improve resource confidence. You will ensure effective grade control and geological data acquisition and management to support design execution and value-stream performance. You will collaborate across planning, operations, geotechnical, and metallurgical teams to optimize value delivery and drive continuous improvement in geological practices, data integration, and modelling processes.

Requirements

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geologic Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Extensive experience in mine geology, including modelling, data analysis, and interpretation (typically 10+ years in mining or similar environments)
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop and guide high-performing teams
• Strong ability to collaborate and influence across technical and operational stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Even if your profile does not match 100% of the qualifications, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Resource & Mine Geology team, building capability and fostering a strong safety culture
• Oversee resource modelling, estimation, and compliance with industry standards and governance requirements
• Deliver orebody knowledge (OBK) and reconciliation insights to support operational and planning decisions and program improvement
• Define and implement OBK strategies to manage geological risk and improve resource confidence
• Ensure effective grade control and geological data acquisition and management to support design execution and value-stream performance
• Collaborate across planning, operations, geotechnical, and metallurgical teams to optimize value delivery
• Drive continuous improvement in geological practices, data integration, and modelling processes

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior