Lundin Mining Chile

Distrito Candelaria is a mining district operated by Lundin Mining in Chile’s Atacama Region, within the communes of Tierra Amarilla and Caldera. Its operations include Minera Candelaria and Minera Ojos del Salado, with open-pit and underground mining activities. The district presents itself as focused on the future of mining, with priorities spanning operational continuity, worker safety, environmental management and community engagement.

Its safety approach emphasizes critical controls and the management of fatality risks. Environmental work covers responsible stewardship of energy and natural resources, including land, air, water and biodiversity. The organization also promotes inclusion and women’s participation in its operations, and works with local communities to support economic and social development for entrepreneurs, students, residents and other groups.

District Candelaria provides information about its operations, blasting schedules, accreditation and community programs, and offers technical and vocational visits, including virtual visits. Its website also features employment opportunities, supplier information, a complaints channel, community offices, news and contact details. The district is located near Tierra Amarilla, Chile.