Open-Pit Mine Operator (Fixed-Term Position)

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Job Summary: We are seeking an Open-Pit Mine Operator to ensure compliance with production plans and the Corporation’s sustainability goals, carrying out activities in accordance with safety and productivity standards. Key Highlights: 1. Lead the company's transformation and sustainability 2. Contribute to the sustainable development of Chile and the world 3. Promote collaborative work in mining **Publication Date:** Mar 5, 2026 **Process ID:** 88695 **Region:** 6th Region. O'Higgins **Job Description:** **Open-Pit Mine Operator (Fixed-Term Position) \-** **El Teniente Division** **Do you want to contribute to the sustainable development of Chile and the world?** **Join the country's most important company and together build the mining industry of the future!** Our business strategy is to competitively and sustainably maximize Codelco’s economic value and its contribution to the State of Chile. If you share our purpose, we invite you to participate in the **Open-Pit Mine Operator (Fixed-Term Position)** competition organized by the Mining Management Department, to jointly drive our Corporation’s transformation and sustainability. We seek individuals committed to the country’s progress—leaders who challenge the status quo, demonstrate their best selves, and promote collaborative work to face the company’s future. **Diversity and Inclusion** At Codelco, given our social and productive role for the country, we are called to lead in diversity and inclusion. Regarding gender equity, we aim to achieve 35% female representation by 2027 and generate equal opportunities for all people, as we firmly believe in the value of diverse teams (this vacancy falls under Law 21\.015, which promotes the inclusion of persons with disabilities). **We invite you to join one of the best places to develop your talents!** **Job Purpose:** Ensure compliance with production plans by executing activities of the Open-Pit Operations Superintendent in accordance with safety and productivity standards; continuously verify the condition of equipment under one’s responsibility; report deviations; interact with colleagues and supervisors; and ensure compliance with, and enforcement of, policies, regulations, and procedures established by the Division and the Corporation related to safety, occupational health, environment, and diversity and inclusion. **Because here your talents will serve Chile!** **Main Responsibilities:** * Comply with internal procedures, regulations, and instructions established for the Corporation’s, El Teniente Division’s, and Southern Open-Pit Operations Superintendent’s mining operations. * Identify, communicate, and control risks associated with operational activities in accordance with area and Division procedures and standards. * Conduct a Task Risk Analysis (TRA) before commencing each task. * In coordination with supervisors, maintain up-to-date and valid licenses and authorizations required to operate. * Use mining equipment and other resources associated with the job efficiently and effectively. * Meet planned production targets per shift. * Perform pre-operational equipment inspection checklists for mining equipment and report deviations through the means available to the area for this purpose. * Contribute positively, in coordination with supervisors, to all activities ensuring operational continuity of open-pit area processes. * Perform support activities such as maintaining cleanliness, order, and signage maintenance, among others. **Application Requirements:** * Minimum completed secondary education. * At least 3 years’ experience operating open-pit mining equipment. * At least 1 year’s experience operating CAT 777G-series CAEX equipment. * Valid driver’s licenses Classes B and D. * Physical fitness compatible with the position. **Desirable Qualifications:** * At least 1 year’s experience operating support equipment (bulldozer, wheeldozer, motor grader, excavator, front-end loader, drill rig). * At least 1 year’s experience operating in winter conditions. * At least 1 year’s experience operating Komatsu 785 equipment. * CAEX CAT operator certification. * Driver’s license Class A4\. **Offered Conditions:** * Contract: Temporary. * Contractual Position: Fixed-Term Operator. * Work Location: Open-Pit Mine (no camp accommodation). * Shift Schedule: 4x4. * Number of Vacancies: 2\. **Application Deadline: Sunday, March 15, 2026\.** Application Closing Time: 23:59 hrs. “I hereby declare that I am aware of the conditions, according to Codelco regulations, that may constitute incompatibility for holding the position to which I am applying, and therefore affect my continued participation in the selection process. Accordingly, I commit to submitting all documents and information required by Codelco during the selection process and to promptly reporting any situation that may represent disqualification and/or incompatibility. Likewise, I declare that I have been duly informed that any omission, error, or falsehood in the information provided may result in rejection of my application, non-award of the position, or termination of the employment contract.” To ensure you do not miss any of our communications and/or relevant updates, we recommend regularly checking your Spam (junk mail) folder. If you find any of our emails there, please mark them as "Not Spam" or "Desired Email" so future messages reach your inbox directly. * Remember that Codelco.com is our official website and the sole authorized channel for applications to the Corporation. If you already have a profile, keep your data updated so we can contact you when necessary. NOTE: The CV must include information demonstrating fulfillment of the requirements and must not exceed four pages in length. Apply here