Job Description

Operations Superintendent - Reduction Dept.

Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion Work for one of the top 100 Employers in Canada. More info here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6999447814468497408 Permanent, full-time, roles based in Kitimat, BC. The perfect place to live and work, combining the tranquility of a small community with an unrivaled love for the great outdoors. Relocation provided!

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for an Operations Superintendent to lead the safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible operations of our aluminum smelting facility in Kitimat, BC. As we expand and strengthen our leadership team, these roles will play a key part in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and business objectives through best practices, safety focus, and team engagement.


This role is a great opportunity for a driven and innovative leader to oversee a key area in the aluminum production process, with the opportunity to elevate operational excellence in a fast-paced and impactful environment.


Leading on the frontline is one of the most important jobs in our business and comes with a huge amount of responsibility. We need you to motivate, inspire and keep your people safe and well. With signature leadership training programmes, growing and developing is more than an opportunity - it is something we actively plan and make happen. Every day our leaders grow, while our rosters are designed to help you live the lifestyle that is right for you and your family.


Reporting to the Operations Manager or Director, and working a Monday to Friday schedule, you will be:

Adhering to and promoting Rio Tinto's Health, Safety, and Environmental standards while actively engaging in our culture of care, courage, and curiosity. Leading a team of Operations Supervisors and approximately forty unionized Operators, depending on the size of the specific department. Delivering on key indicators such as productivity and quality by collaborating with other departments across the site. Fostering a culture of continuous improvement by supporting implementation of initiatives, competency training, and technical advancements. Preparing and managing capital and operating budgets to achieve business outcomes. Enhancing leadership capabilities and supporting employee development Applying business evaluation techniques and risk assessment principles to optimize operations and service delivery. Driving production efficiency through effective leadership, engagement, and the application of technology. Acting as a liaison between leadership and the shop floor, support active listening initiatives, and provide critical incident support, including participation in an on-call rotation.

What you'll bring

A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team Degree qualification or equivalent leadership experience, with a technical or trade background in industry. A competent and visible leadership style of guiding, mentoring, developing and empowering team members resulting in positive employee engagement Leadership experience in mining, plant, heavy industry, port authority, resources, or similar challenging operational roles. The capability to critically analyse data and make effective strategic and operational decisions based on information provided and drive issues to resolution A proven record in leading operational teams with experience in continuous improvement and change management activities Clear and engaging interpersonal and communication skills Must hold at least a Class 7 BC driver's license, or be immediately eligible to obtain one if coming from out of province or country. Understanding of cost structures and strategies for optimization and efficiency. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word.

It will also be beneficial if you have:

Experience using business improvement methodologies such as: KAIZEN, Lean Six Sigma and Change Management would be beneficial

Please note: Fly-in-fly-out arrangements are not available, but we do offer domestic relocation assistance to help you settle in and thrive. Join our team and become an integral part of our vibrant community.

What we offer

Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you've helped the world progress.


The base salary range for this role is $126,320 - $189,480 CAD in addition to allowances, bonus, equity, health or retirement benefits, and any other discretionary benefits offered at Rio Tinto. Our base salary ranges are based on role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by the skills, experience, and impact you bring to the role. Our talent acquisition partners can share more during the hiring process.


At Rio Tinto, we offer a competitive reward package that reflects the value that each person brings to our business. As part of our pay philosophy, we believe equity represents fairness, and is rooted in our values and aligns with what we stand for.

A work environment where safety is always the number one priority Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave) Exclusive employee discounts Domestic or international relocation program

Where you'll be working

Rio Tinto's BC Works is a part of the Atlantic Operations of the Aluminium product group and has been operating in British Columbia for over 65 years. With industry leading new technology and four generations of employee expertise, as well as our hydropower facility at Kemano and the Nechako Reservoir, the Kitimat smelter is one of the world's most competitive aluminium smelters, producing aluminium with one of the lowest carbon footprints in the industry.


Rio Tinto is proud to operate in BC alongside our 1,000 employees, partners, community stakeholders and First Nations, and we look forward to the next 60 years.


To learn more about our Aluminium Operations, check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=25&v=CTp1jkRKeBI

A propos de Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto est un chef de file mondial du secteur des societes minieres et des materiaux. Nous sommes etablis dans 35 pays ou nous produisons du minerai de fer, du cuivre, de l'aluminium, des mineraux critiques et d'autres materiaux necessaires a la transition energetique mondiale et a la prosperite des personnes, des communautes et des nations.


Nous exercons nos activites depuis 150 ans, en nous appuyant sur les connaissances accumulees au fil des generations et sur les differents continents. Notre mission - trouver de meilleures facons de fournir les materiaux dont le monde a besoin - nous guide dans notre quete d'innovation et d'amelioration continue, dans le but de fabriquer des produits a faibles emissions et repondant aux bonnes normes environnementales, sociales et de gouvernance. Mais comme nous ne pouvons pas y arriver seuls, nous nous attachons a creer des partenariats nous permettant de resoudre des problemes, de creer des situations mutuellement avantageuses et de saisir des occasions.

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 can't do it on our own, so we're focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.

Chaque voix compte

Nous sommes determines a creer un milieu inclusif ou les employes se sentent a l'aise d'etre eux-memes. Nous souhaitons de plus que chacun ait l'impression que sa voix compte, que toutes les cultures sont respectees et que les points de vue, aussi varies soient-ils, sont non seulement bienvenus, mais egalement essentiels a notre succes. Nous nous traitons mutuellement avec equite et dignite, sans egard a la race, au genre, a la nationalite, a l'origine ethnique, a la religion, a l'age, a l'orientation sexuelle ou a tout autre aspect distinctif.



Chez Rio Tinto, nous accueillons favorablement et encourageons les candidatures d'Autochtones, de femmes, de membres de la communaute LGBTQ2S+, de travailleurs ages, de personnes handicapees et de representants d'origines diverses.

Every Voice Matters

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA2 community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.



We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome - they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.