Advisor Environment

Advisor Environment 

• Global mining organization with an exceptional safety culture
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Excellent opportunity for career development and development of technical expertise – FIFO from Perth or residential in Paraburdoo

Where we’re all welcome

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us who we are.

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

We acknowledge that all people are different and believe that our differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together.

About the role

We are looking for an Advisor Environment to join our Health, Safety, Environment team at our Paraburdoo site to provide technical knowledge and day to day guidance to our mine operations as well as other key stakeholders including approvals, technical services and study teams. 

This role is a great opportunity to be the main environmental focal point for one of RTIO Pilbara mine sites where you will offer your support and guidance in the management of environmental site issues. Reporting to the Superintendent Environment, you will be responsible for : 

• Preparing and submitting compliance reports required to comply with environmental permits
• Managing project contractors and consultants providing environmental services
• Managing site environmental issues , including but not limited to; land clearing, air quality, surface water quality, ground water management and , hydrocarbon management and contamination
• Providing environmental advice in the interpretation of legislation, acts and regulations
• Interfacing with on-site personnel to promote environmental goals and solve environmental issues including performing inspections to assess compliance risks 

What you’ll bring

To succeed in this role, you will have: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or Engineering (or equivalent)
• Current " C Class" WA Drivers License
• Data evaluation and interpretation skills
• Solid experience in a similar role
• Experience or understanding of GIS software and Microsoft applications
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent writing skills, attention to detail and an ability to interpret and problem solve 
• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• Respect for others and an all-inclusive mindset

If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn't align 100% we still want to hear from you.

What we offer

• Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress
• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
• Full relocation provided to Western Australia from elsewhere in Australia
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive bonus
• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Company provided insurance cover
• Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options
• Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave, cultural leave)
• Work on Country with a residential role which offers company housing and financial support with living expenses including rent and utilities (power and water)
• To better suit different family needs, our paid parental leave approach gives all parents the option to take 18 weeks of paid leave after a new child arrives – at a time that suits them
• Exclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more

We are committed to elevating Indigenous voices and increasing cultural knowledge in our business. Diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together. To help you on your journey with us, you’ll also have access to:

• Specialist Indigenous Support Advisors are always there for our Indigenous employees and available to support through any aspect of your employment

Who we are

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.

Where you’ll be working

This role is being offered on a family friendly 8 days on, 6 days off roster, FIFO from Perth or Residential in Paraburdoo.

Located 80km south west of Tom Price, Paraburdoo is a town nestled in some of the most scenic landscape in Western Australia. Paraburdoo is recognised for its beautiful scenery, wildlife diversity and close proximity to Karijini National Park. Paraburdoo prides itself on being a safe and friendly community; ideal for young families.

The picturesque town provides residents with a range of leisure facilities and local amenities including a domestic airport, hospital, community centre, child care centre, primary school, parks and a variety of sporting facilities. The recently built Paraburdoo Sports, Fitness and Community Complex offers state of the art facilities including an Olympic-size swimming pool, indoor basketball court and gym.