Top Lander
About The Position
Join a leader in mining & metals offering outstanding personal development & global career opportunities. Competitive salary and benefits. Work in an underground project located near Superior, Arizona. About the Role We are seeking an experienced and safety‑focused Top Lander to support underground mining operations. The Top Lander plays a critical role in the safe and efficient movement of personnel, materials, and equipment between surface and underground via the shaft. This position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to working in compliance with all safety and operational standards. Reporting to the Underground Operations Supervisor and working in a collaborative community within the team, you will:
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license
- Previous experience as a Top Lander or similar role in an underground mining environment
- Strong understanding of shaft hoisting systems, signaling procedures, and load control
- Ability to communicate effectively with hoist operators and multiple work groups
- Physically capable of working in a mining environment, including standing for long periods and handling materials and able to work safely in confined spaces, at heights, and in physically demanding underground conditions.
- Familiarity with rigging operations
- Familiarity with operation of equipment
Responsibilities
- Control and coordinate the loading and unloading of personnel, materials, and equipment at the shaft collar.
- Communicate clearly with hoist operators, underground crews, and surface support teams using established signaling and radio protocols.
- Ensure conveyances, skips, and cages are loaded safely and within capacity limits.
- Inspect shaft landings, gates, bells, signaling systems, and safety devices prior to and during operations.
- Maintain clear and safe work areas around shaft and landing stations.
- Monitor shaft activities to identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions, or equipment issues.
- Comply with all mine safety procedures, hoisting rules, and permit requirements.
- Assist with emergency response activities related to shaft and hoisting operations.
- Complete required reports, logbooks, and pre‑start documentation.
- Support general surface and underground tasks as directed.
- Maintain and perform a rigging inspection log of rigging equipment
- Operate forklifts as needed for daily tasks
Benefits
- A safety-focused and inclusive working environment
- Advantageous salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees
- 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
- Generous Rio Tinto employee share program, which allows you to purchase Rio Tinto Company shares
- Comprehensive leave policies which cover all moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave
- A favorable child-caregiver leave program (Up to 100% salary top-up)
- Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing
- Ongoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family; to help in addressing educational opportunities, addiction treatment, depression, stress, domestic issues, financial management, and legal concerns
- Ongoing support and opportunities for learning potential and career goals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
