Superintendent, Fixed Plant Maintenance Planning bei Capstone Copper

WHAT WE OFFER

Your journey with Capstone Copper starts here. At Capstone, our people are the heart of our organization. We are focused on growth and are committed to unlocking the full potential of ourselves, our teams and our resources. We invest in our people to develop a skilled and engaged workforce, not only for today, but for the future. If you are looking for a purposeful, performance-driven and dynamic work environment, join us!

Pinto Valley is an open-pit copper mine located at the west end of the historic Globe-Miami mining district of central Arizona, approximately 80 miles east of Phoenix. Pinto Valley has been in operation since 1972 and has produced more than four billion pounds of copper. Acquired by Capstone from BHP in 2013, the mine is fully permitted through 2039 and a study is underway to potentially extend the mine life through 2050.

Our proximity to the Greater Phoenix metro area provides prospective employees with the option to live in communities such as Mesa, Apache Junction, Gilbert, Chandler, San Tan Valley, or Florence. Our location offers a unique work-life balance, blending the rewarding opportunities of the mining industry with easy access to the vibrant energy of Downtown Phoenix, making it an ideal choice for both individuals and their families.

Capstone employees are eligible for an extensive total rewards package, designed to support your physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This package includes, but is not limited to:

• 401(k) Savings Plan – Eligible from day one, contribute up to 30% of your salary with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, fully vested immediately.
• Retirement Boost – The company contributes 8.5% of your salary, increasing to 14.2% after reaching the Social Security wage base, with 100% immediate vesting.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan – After three months, contribute 2% to 7% of your salary (max $5,000/year) to buy company shares, with a 50% company match, fully vested upon grant.
• Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus – Up to 20% 
• 4-day, 10-hour work schedule 
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (effective on start date), including Telehealth options and additional supplemental insurances
• Disability and Life Insurance (effective on start date)
• Paid time-off, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Internal progression opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounted insurance plans for pets, automobiles and homes
• Additional Potential Benefits:
  • Relocation assistance available, with additional funds provided to cover tax liabilities

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The Fixed Plant Maintenance Planning Superintendent will lead the maintenance planning activities in fixed plant at Pinto Valley, driving long- and short-term planning excellence to ensure reliable equipment performance and safe execution. This includes ownership of the 12-month rolling maintenance plan, shutdown coordination, SAP PM discipline, and leadership of a high-performing team aligned with our Asset Management Framework (AMF).

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and Capstone’s Values in Action.
• Safety & Values Leadership: Champion Capstone’s values and ensure all maintenance planning activities comply with MSHA, environmental regulations, and site safety standards. Embed risk assessments and safe work practices into all planning activities.
• Maintenance Planning & Strategy: Develop tactical maintenance plans aligned with the Asset Management Strategy, RCM principles, and Life of Mine Plan. Maintain a comprehensive 12-month rolling plan that incorporates shutdowns, reliability projects, predictive maintenance, and resource forecasts.
• Scheduling & Execution: Oversee integrated weekly and daily schedules, ensuring high-quality work packs with accurate scopes, resource leveling, materials readiness, and isolation/LOTO requirements. Lead major shutdown planning, including critical path development, work execution sequencing, and post-event performance reviews.
• Systems & Process Improvement: Drive effective use of SAP PM/CMMS for planning, scheduling, requisitioning, and standardization. Lead continuous improvement in system workflows, master data integrity, and reporting dashboards.
• Team Development: Build technical and leadership capability within the fixed plant planning team. Mentor planners in reliability-centered planning, SAP utilization, and best practices in preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Operations, Reliability Engineering, and Supply Chain to align maintenance strategies with production goals, asset lifecycle planning, and condition-based monitoring (e.g., vibration, thermography, oil analysis). Provide planning input into root cause analysis, defect elimination, and reliability initiatives.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor and improve work management KPIs, including backlog health, schedule compliance, wrench time, MTTR, and planning accuracy.
• Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and initiative.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering, Maintenance, or related technical field or the equivalent combination of a trades background with supervisory experience.
• At least 10 years of experience between execution, planning and leading maintenance teams in mining, heavy industry, or similar environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and planning skills with a reliability-focused mindset.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, SAP among others).
• Strong project management and budgeting skills.

Preferred

All candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol test, and background check. All positions require a pre-placement physical examination to ensure candidates are 'fit for duty’. Additional training and/or testing may be required. Capstone maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

CAPSTONE COPPER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.