Autonomous Mining Systems Coordinator II

About the role

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.

Responsibilities

• Performs work to develop, maintain, and refine autonomous mining environments, including haul roads, load plans, dump plans, and exclusion areas.
• Validates system accuracy, identifies and resolves issues, and completes troubleshooting to support reliable autonomous operations.
• Maintains ongoing communication with Pit Technicians in the field to verify and ensure accuracy of haul roads, load plans, dump plans, and exclusion areas.
• Independently updates the system based on field conditions to maintain alignment between the virtual environment and actual operations.
• Creates, updates, and monitors speed zones, one-way routes, right-of-way rules, and fail-safe controls.
• Evaluates system performance and field input to make adjustments that support safe, efficient, and reliable autonomous operations.
• Reviews weekly mine audit results, slow/stop reports, and mine model with the Senior Systems Coordinator.
• Identifies discrepancies, determines appropriate corrections, and completes updates in the virtual system to improve accuracy and performance.
• Performs system validation and troubleshooting activities.
• Identifies, investigates, and resolves issues impacting system performance, escalating complex issues when needed.
• Follows all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Reports autonomous-related incidents as soon as practicable and participates in safety meetings, incident investigations, and site safety programs.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

• Four (4) years of combined experience in mining, heavy industrial industry, dispatch, fleet management systems, or autonomy.
• Proficient in computer operation and application.
• Action-oriented.
• Approachable and displays listening skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and situational awareness in high-risk environments.
• Effective communication and coordination skills across technical and operational teams.
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• One year of Systems Coordinator experience.
• Shovel and/or support equipment experience.
• Pit tech experience.

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $32.00 - $43.00/hour. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process.

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• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match.
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle.
• Internal progression opportunities.

What We Require

• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
• Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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