Senior Planner, Shutdown
Salt Lake, UT - USA
Job Summary
- Be part of a global mining organization with a strong commitment to health safety and wellbeing
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and help shape how we work
- Permanent position based in Salt Lake City Utah
WereFinding Better Ways to provide the materials the world needsnow and for the future. Our values of care courage and curiosity guide how we work collaborate and support one another.
About the role
We are looking for aSenior Planner Shutdownto support the implementation and monitoring of Manage Physical Assets processes and system compliance.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively and thinking strategically and who is looking to grow their career in a dynamic operational environment.
Youllbe part of a connected inclusive global team that brings together diverse perspectives andexpertise. We offer competitive performance-based rewards and a broad range of benefits that recognize your contributions. With our global footprintyoullfind many opportunities to learn develop and build your career.
Reporting to theLead Shutdown Management you will:
- Optimizeplanned and unplanned downtime to support equipment reliability and reduce future risk
- Maintainaccurateschedules and resource planning to ensure work is coordinated safely within approvedtimeframes
- Provide clear forecasts risk assessments and scenario insights to support balanced decision-making between production and asset integrity
- Support governance quality assurance and compliance across shutdown planning activities
- Improve communication and execution bymaintainingcentralized planning data and version control
Whatyoullbring
We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you meet many of the below criteria we encourage you to apply.
- A strong commitment to your own safety and the safety and wellbeing of others
- A relevant technical degree or equivalent practical experience
- Experience in maintenance planning within an industrial or similar environment
- Familiarity with asset management and scheduling tools such as SAP Maximo Primavera P6 or MS Project
- Strong communicationskills both written and verbal
- Understanding of maintenance work management processes
- Experience contributing to continuous improvement including post-shutdown reviews capturing lessons learned and implementing improvements
What we offer
- Recognition for your contributions ideas and commitment with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact
- A work environment where safety and wellbeing are always the top priorities
- Competitive salary aligned with your skills and experience plus an annual incentive bonus
- Comprehensive family-friendly health benefits including medical dental vision prescription coverage life insurance and optional benefits
- Retirement benefits including up to a 6% company contribution and a generous 401(k) matching program
- Share ownership opportunities
- Flexible and inclusive leave policies including paid time off holidays and bereavement leave
- A supportive parental leave program to help you spend meaningful time with your growing family
- Wellbeing programs including access to Personify Health and wellness incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counselling and support for you and your family
Whereyoullbe working
Rio Tinto Kennecott is a fully integrated mining operationlocatedjust outside Salt Lake City Utah. Core logging activities take place nearCopperton Utah.
Kennecott a wholly owned subsidiary of Rio Tinto has been mining and processing minerals from the Bingham Canyon Mine for over 120 years. Today itremainsan important economic contributor and is committed to being a valued community partner through strong local engagement responsible operations and sustainable development practices.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore copper aluminium critical minerals and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people communities and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental social and governance standards. But we cant do it on our own so were focused on creating partnerships to solve problems create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and Inclusion
Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color sex age religion national origin disability or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.
Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit for more information.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining group that focuses on finding, mining and processing the Earth’s mineral resources. Discover more about Rio Tinto's mining operations today.