Why You Should Apply for This Job  

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing employment that recognizes excellence and encourages safe production, with a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority. Apply Today!      

 

Where You Will Work    

Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support global operations in finance, human resources, information technology, planning and more from the main office, satellite offices or online. As a Hybrid employee, you will collaborate primarily virtually anywhere in the U.S. except California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and South Carolina. Additional states may be excluded based on business factors. Occasionally, you may be required to attend in-person meetings at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix and/or one of our site locations. The Collaboration Hub provides an open, flexible workspace for individuals and teams to come together for various business needs. Amenities at the Hub include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration.  In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements. 

Phoenix is the capital of the Grand Canyon State and enjoys mostly bright skies throughout the year. It is the perfect place if you enjoy the outdoors, love sports, concerts and other big city amenities or technology. There are great neighborhoods around Phoenix, with easy access to a major city, nature, the arts and many more amenities.  

Description

Operational Readiness relates to the preparatory aspects of project delivery, ensuring the successful transition of an asset from the design/construction stage into an operating business unit.  
The Global Operational Readiness Manager is responsible and accountable for the administration and continual development of the Operational Readiness program within the Engineering and Construction organization to deliver the intended value for the business throughout each project’s life cycle.

Lead the Operational Readiness team and engage strategically and tactically to deliver the feasibility level detailed operational aspects of the Operational Readiness Plans for each project in the portfolio of international and domestic capital projects in the $100M to $10B range, including expansions, new brownfield facilities and greenfield operations.  These plans include project specific scope, schedules, budgets (AFE development), project specific guidance outlines and progress tracking programs based project scope and documents.  Provide design feedback as appropriate to support the project’s ultimate safe, productive, and sustainable operation. Recruit, develop and train, manage and lead the Engineering & Construction Operational Readiness team.  Support designated Project Readiness Managers (PRMs) around the globe and their teams to refine and deliver the Operational Readiness Plans as each project develops, including sequencing coordination with design, construction, commissioning, and site operations. Engage and connect subject matter experts from site and functional groups around the company to the PRMs to ensure alignment in readiness plans to best practices and established company standards. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with site GMs, site and corporate process department leaders and Project Directors throughout FCX to ensure that the Operational Readiness program is implemented in conjunction with corporate project execution, in alignment with applicable FCX standards and supporting site operational objectives. Stay updated with industry best practices, established company standards and regulatory changes related to Operational Readiness.  Maintain, continually improve, and enforce alignment to a shared and documented Operational Readiness program. Perform other duties as requested. Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline or related scientific field and ten (10) years related experience and familiarity with processes, systems, and terminology in project management, engineering, operations, maintenance and construction; OR  High School Diploma and fifteen (15) years related experience and familiarity with processes, systems, and terminology in project management, engineering, operations, maintenance, and construction

 

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant site operations and/or maintenance leadership experience Relevant experience with project management Relevant site administrative leadership experience (HR, Training, MIS, Accounting, GSC, Safety, Environmental, SD, etc.) Operational Readiness project experience Ability to speak technical Spanish and/or Bahasa Indonesia in addition to English

 

Criteria/Conditions

Location requires mobility in an office environment; each floor is accessible by elevator.  Occasionally work will be performed in a mine, outdoor or manufacturing plant setting.  Must be able to travel internationally 25% of the time. Must be able to travel to sites up to 50% of the time. Must be able to frequently sit, stand and walk. Must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 10 pounds. Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment. Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required. Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as allowed by applicable state laws

What We Offer You 

This role is eligible for additional incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance.  Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long-term incentive consideration.  Long-term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements.  More details will be shared during the hiring process. 

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 auto, home and pet   Internal progression opportunities   Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!  

 

What We Require  

Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.  

 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

 

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