Underground Shift Coordinator

Rio Tinto•Salt Lake City, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Underground Shift Coordinator Help shape the future of underground mining at Kennecott, contributing to a major investment that will define copper production for generations. Be part of Utah’s proud mining legacy, advancing the work that has powered communities for more than a century, delivered with modern, responsible practices. Join a highly skilled underground team delivering safe, disciplined operations, where experience, teamwork, and innovation come together underground. Schedule: 5/5/4 About the role We are looking for an Underground Shift Coordinator to help lead the safe construction, commissioning, and day‑to‑day operation of the Kennecott Underground Mine. In this role, you will work closely with our underground operations team and contractor partners to coordinate work, manage interfaces, and ensure activities are planned and executed safely and effectively. This position operates on a rotating shift schedule (days/nights, weekdays/weekends), and we are looking for someone who is flexible, adaptable, and comfortable supporting operations across all shifts. Reporting to the Underground Operations Superintendent, you will play a key role in creating a safe, inclusive, and well‑coordinated underground working environment. In this role, your activities will include: Champion Rio Tinto Kennecott’s safety standards, contributing to a culture where everyone goes home safe Ensure required permits are in place and understood before work begins Conduct daily inspections to support quality, safety, and compliance Coordinate and support underground work activities across construction, operations, and contractor teams Integrate daily plans between surface and underground operations to support safe and efficient execution Coordinate pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities as projects progress Provide oversight and coordination to align daily work scopes across multiple contractor teams and active operations Maintain accurate daily reports and project documentation Support and collaborate with team members, sharing knowledge and helping others succeed Key deliverables You will contribute to the safe and successful delivery of underground projects by supporting detailed planning and execution of work scopes in line with: RTKC Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards Contractor management requirements Permitting processes Construction contract scope, schedule, and cost controls Engineering, design, and quality specifications Partnering with the Underground team to develop and deliver: HSE and contractor management documentation Clear scopes of work Project execution plans Quality assurance, pre‑commissioning, and commissioning documentation About you You bring experience working in underground mining environments and enjoy supporting safe, well‑coordinated operations. You’re someone who leads through collaboration, sound judgement, and a strong commitment to safety, particularly in complex or high‑risk settings.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent
Experience in underground mining environments (typically 7+ years)
Experience supporting or leading teams in an operational or supervisory capacity (typically 2+ years)
Exposure to underground development, stope mining, and/or underground construction activities
Problem‑solving skills and the ability to adapt in dynamic operating environments
A genuine commitment to working safely and contributing to a Zero Harm culture
Confidence using digital tools such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, email)
Previous experience working with SAP or similar systems

Nice To Haves

Critical Risk Management and incident response
Clear, respectful communication and conflict‑resolution skills, particularly in high‑pressure situations
Quality assurance, pre‑commissioning, and commissioning activities
Schedule development, coordination, or progress tracking

Responsibilities

Champion Rio Tinto Kennecott’s safety standards, contributing to a culture where everyone goes home safe
Ensure required permits are in place and understood before work begins
Conduct daily inspections to support quality, safety, and compliance
Coordinate and support underground work activities across construction, operations, and contractor teams
Integrate daily plans between surface and underground operations to support safe and efficient execution
Coordinate pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities as projects progress
Provide oversight and coordination to align daily work scopes across multiple contractor teams and active operations
Maintain accurate daily reports and project documentation
Support and collaborate with team members, sharing knowledge and helping others succeed

Benefits

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 Personify Health 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