Underground Shift Supervisor

Rio Tinto•Superior, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking 5 Shift Supervisors to provide frontline leadership and supervision of mining activities underground and on the surface. This role is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of work during assigned shifts, ensuring people, equipment, and contractors operate in accordance with site standards, schedules, and production objectives. Reporting to the Underground Operations Superintendent, the Shift Supervisor plays a critical role in fostering a strong safety culture, coordinating day‑to‑day underground and surface activities, and supporting operational performance across development, production, and support functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (technical or trade qualifications desirable)
Valid driver’s license
Previous supervisory experience in underground mining or heavy industrial environments
Strong knowledge of underground mining practices, safety systems, and permit‑to‑work processes
Proven ability to lead teams, manage contractors, and make sound operational decisions
Effective communication, problem‑solving, and leadership skills
Ability to work rotating shifts in a physically and safety‑critical environment

Responsibilities

Supervise underground and surface mining crews and monitor contractors during assigned shifts, ensuring safe and efficient execution of all work
Maintain full accountability for shift safety performance, ensuring compliance with MSHA, site, and company standards while promoting a strong safety culture
Coordinate, prioritize, and execute shift plans to meet development, and maintenance targets
Conduct effective pre-start meetings and field safety interactions to reinforce expectations and identify risks
Monitor critical systems and underground conditions, coordinating timely response to upset or changing conditions
Ensure effective allocation and utilization of personnel, equipment, and materials
Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, operations, and contractor teams to support integrated and efficient operations
Ensure planned shift activities are executed as scheduled, resolving conflicts and constraints as they arise
Complete accurate shift reports, including production tracking, delays, downtime, safety incidents, and critical system issues
Support the training, coaching, and development of underground personnel to build capability and reinforce standards
Maintain clean and organized work areas and conduct regular housekeeping inspections and audits

Benefits

Outstanding personal development
Global career opportunities
Competitive salary
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
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.
Support and resources to explore learning potential and career goals