Cindy Martínez Marrugo

Líder del Área de Entrenamiento @ Cerrejón Colombia

About

Ingeniera mecánica y líder en formación técnica con más de 14 años de experiencia en la industria minera, impulsando el desarrollo de talento en entornos operativos de alta complejidad.Mi propósito es claro: formación con propósito para transformar vidas y territorios. He liderado procesos de entrenamiento que han impactado a cientos de operadores y técnicos, integrando simulación, entrenamiento en campo y desarrollo de instructores, con enfoque en seguridad, productividad y desempeño.Me enorgullece ser parte del camino que abre oportunidades para que más mujeres desarrollen su talento en la industria minera, contribuyendo a una industria más inclusiva y sostenible.He sido reconocida por un liderazgo que conecta el desarrollo del talento con el impacto social, demostrando que formar personas también es una forma de hacer país.⸻Mechanical Engineer and technical training leader with over 14 years of experience in the mining industry, driving talent development in high-demand operational environments.My purpose is clear: purpose-driven training to transform lives and territories. I have led training initiatives impacting hundreds of operators and technicians, integrating simulation, field training, and instructor development, with a strong focus on safety, productivity, and performance.I am proud to be part of the movement that opens doors for more women to develop their talent in mining, contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable industry.I have been recognized for a leadership approach that connects talent development with social impact, proving that developing people is also a way of building stronger communities.

Country

Colombia

City

Albania

Industry

Mining & Metals

Skill

Liderazgo organizacional, Mining Operations, Talent development, Gestión, Educación de adultos, Pedagogía, Diseño instruccional, Coal Mining, Corporate Training, Training Management, Training, Technical Training, Leadership, Mantenimiento de equipo, Recursos humanos (RR. HH.), Liderazgo, Trabajo en equipo, Productividad en el trabajo, Motor diésel, Planificación de mantenimiento

Experience

Líder del Área de Entrenamiento

Cerrejón Colombia

2026-1 - Present · 9 mos

Dipartimento La Guajira, Colombia

Led large-scale technical training strategies for mining operations, strengthening workforce capability, safety, and operational performance. • Delivered training for 500+ operators and 200+ technicians, enhancing capabilities across production and maintenance. • Designed structured training pathways including classroom, simulator, and field-based learning (OJT). • Strengthened safety performance by improving field observations and reinforcing critical operational behaviors. • Supported workforce readiness for large-scale operations (e.g., new crews), ensuring safe ramp-up and continuity. • Collaborated with Operations, Maintenance, and HR to align training with business and workforce needs. • Developed and certified internal instructors under SENA and UVAE (MinTrabajo) frameworks. • Integrated simulation and VR-based training to enhance learning effectiveness. • Promoted inclusive training programs, supporting women and local community workforce development. • Experience with Komatsu, Caterpillar equipment, and hydraulic shovels, aligned with OEM standards.

Training Coordinator

Cerrejón Colombia

2024-8 - 2026-1 · 1 yr 6 mos

Albania, La Guajira, Colombia

Technical Training Specialist

Cerrejón Colombia

2021-9 - 2024-8 · 3 yrs

Albania, La Guajira, Colombia

Human Resources Business Partner

Cerrejón Colombia

2021-9 - 2023-11 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Colombia

Diesel Engines Rebuilt Center Planner

Cerrejón Colombia

2018-5 - 2021-9 · 3 yrs 5 mos

Albania, La Guajira, Colombia

Planning Analyst at Cerrejón Colombia

Production Coordinator

AB Marine

2015-11 - 2018-4 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Barranquilla, Atlántico Department, Colombia

Responsable del proceso de fabricación de botes semirrigidos marca AB.

Maintenance Supervisor

Cerrejón Colombia

2011-10 - 2015-10 · 4 yrs 1 mo

Albania, La Guajira Department, Colombia

Supervisor de Mantenimiento Camiones Eléctricos Hitachi EH500. Planeador Mantenimiento Camiones Eléctricos Hitachi EH5000 Supervisor de Mantenimiento Cargadores Letourneau

On Site Analist Engineer

Modular Mining

2011-1 - 2011-10 · 10 mos

Cerrejon

Analista experto en Mine Care, responsable de flota camiones Hitachi EH5000

Sales Engineer

Hydraulic Systems S.A.S.

2010-1 - 2010-11 · 11 mos

Junior Engineer

GECOLSA

2009-7 - 2009-12 · 6 mos

Junior Project Engineer

Mexichem

2009-1 - 2009-7 · 7 mos

Education

The University of Queensland

Lidership

2024-5 - 2024-5 · 1 mo

Politécnico de Colombia

Educación

2025-9 - 2025-10 · 2 mos

La gestión educativa es el conjunto de procesos, acciones y estrategias que se desarrollan en una institución educativa para planear, organizar, dirigir, coordinar y evaluar todo lo relacionado con la enseñanza, el aprendizaje y el funcionamiento administrativo.