Superintendent Water Management

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Management Miami, AZ, US

• 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%
• 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
• Discounted insurance plans for pets, automobiles and homes
• Relocation assistance is available

The Superintendent, Water Management is the site authority for all water management systems at Pinto Valley Mine. This role is responsible for the strategy, planning, performance, and operational governance of all water infrastructure, including water supply, distribution, reclaim, storage, and discharge systems. The role defines system constraints, operating strategies, and performance expectations that guide field execution by the Tails & Water Operations Superintendent and support tailings deposition planning led by the Tailings Governance & Engineering team.

This position ensures water systems are operated safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory requirements, while managing risk and maintaining alignment with the site water balance.

• Water System Ownership: Own overall performance, availability, and reliability of all site water systems, regardless of which team executes field work.
• Water Management Strategy: Develop and maintain short-, medium- and long-term water management strategies aligned with production plans, tailings deposition requirements, and regulatory constraints.
• Operational Authority: Establish operating strategies, priorities, limits, and constraints for all water systems and provide direction to the Tails & Water Operations Superintendent for execution.
• Water Balance Management: Develop, maintain, and govern the site water balance. Identify risks and opportunities related to water supply, reclaim availability, storage capacity, and…