Maintenance Superintendent at Origin Mining Company

, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

110000.0

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Maintenance Planning, Mechanical Systems, Preventative Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, Root Cause Analysis, Budgeting, Cost Control, Reliability-Centered Maintenance, Project Management, ERP Systems, MS Project, Leadership, Safety Compliance, Heavy Industrial Maintenance, Rotating Equipment, Fixed Plant Equipment

Industry

mining

Description

Summary: Origin Mining Company operates the Mineral Park copper-molybdenum mine in Arizona and is focused on responsible, sustainable resource development. We aim to lead the U.S. copper industry through strong safety practices, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence. Our team is committed to doing things the right way—acting with integrity, supporting our communities, and creating long-term value. With a hands-on, technically driven approach, we are advancing both leach and concentrator operations to produce high-quality copper and molybdenum products. Position Overview: Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Mechanical Maintenance Superintendent leads the millwright and mechanical maintenance team in a mining environment. This role is responsible for planning, scheduling, and supervising maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of all process equipment, with a strong focus on minimizing downtime through preventative and predictive maintenance. Job Responsibilities: Develop and execute weekly, monthly, and quarterly maintenance plans aligned with operational priorities Supervise daily maintenance activities, ensuring work is safely executed and completed according to plan Lead lineout meetings, assigning clear tasks and expectations to the team Ensure all work is properly planned and scheduled, including labour, materials, services, and trade requirements Coordinate with planners, stores, and external vendors to support efficient maintenance execution and component overhauls Investigate equipment failures, support root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions Provide technical guidance to operations and trades on mechanical systems and equipment Support training and development of maintenance personnel Monitor and manage maintenance costs in line with budget targets Maintain strict adherence to safety regulations, policies, and procedures Liaise with contractors and service providers to ensure timely and quality service delivery Qualifications: Certified trade background in a relevant mechanical discipline with post-trade supervisory experience (10+ years preferred) Strong background in heavy industrial or mining environments Deep knowledge of rotating and fixed plant equipment (especially mill-related systems) Experience in maintenance planning and scheduling (with planner support) Working knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance principles Basic understanding of budgeting and cost control Exposure to project management practices Proficiency with ERP systems, MS Project, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across all levels, including senior management and external vendors Leadership style that is fair, firm, and promotes accountability Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance with site policies and procedures Physical Demands: To be eligible for this position, an individual must possess the following requirements to perform the essential job functions: Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking on uneven surfaces, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather. Able to operate a telephone and mine phone/radio with sufficient voice and hearing to carry on a conversation for the purpose of communicating information. Able to hear sufficiently to distinguish various pitches of warning alarms. Able to lift up to 25 pounds periodically

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Superintendent leads the mechanical maintenance team to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of process equipment. They are responsible for planning, scheduling, and supervising daily maintenance activities while managing budgets and safety compliance.