Superintendent, Water Treatment Yanacocha
About this role
Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.
Yanacocha, located in the Cajamarca region, is the largest gold mine in South America and one of Newmont’s most iconic operations globally. With more than three decades of production, it remains Peru’s leading gold producer and a benchmark for operational excellence, innovation, environmental management, and sustainable development, making a significant contribution to the advancement of modern mining in the country.
Today, Yanacocha is entering a new and unparalleled phase of transformation that combines operations, asset management, environmental projects, and the execution of long-term commitments, while maintaining the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and performance. This transformation requires talent capable of addressing complex challenges, creating lasting impact, and helping to build a legacy by discovering value sustainably to drive progress for the people of Cajamarca and Peru over the coming decades.
Your Impact
Lead and manage water treatment plant operations, ensuring adherence to environmental standards, conducting quality testing, applying conservation strategies, maintaining equipment, monitoring usage, formulating plans, collaborating with environmental teams, and delivering compliance reports.
As part of our team you will
In this role, the individual will:
• Run water treatment plant operations • Adhere to compliance with environmental standards • Conduct water quality testing efforts • Lead the water treatment team • Execute water conservation strategies • Maintain water treatment equipment • Formulate water treatment plans • Monitor water usage and efficiency • Collaborate with environmental partners • Deliver regulatory compliance reports
Prerequisites for your success in this role
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Water Resources Management, Environmental Sciences, or a related field. • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in water treatment plant operations, water quality management, or environmental compliance. • Leadership Experience: Proven experience leading operational teams, supervising technical personnel, and driving performance in a water treatment environment. • Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of environmental regulations, water treatment standards, compliance requirements, and reporting obligations. • Technical Expertise: Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting water treatment systems, equipment, and related technologies. • Language Requirements: Advanced proficiency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, regulators, and operational teams. • Data Analysis & Reporting: Experience interpreting water quality data, preparing compliance reports, and supporting regulatory audits. • Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, reporting systems, and water treatment monitoring software.