Advisor Survey Engagement

Survey Engagement Advisor

• If you can work well with people, are adaptable and value safety this could be perfect for you
• This is your chance to connect with Traditional Owners on biological surveys, share knowledge and learn about Biological Assessments in the Pilbara
• Join a team where diversity of thought and new ways of thinking are truly valued
• Integral role based out of the Perth CBD
• Permanent Full Time role

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are offering people interested in connecting with Traditional Owners a genuinely exciting opportunity to join us as a Survey Engagement Advisor in our Biological Assessments team. This Perth based opportunity involves occasional site travel but there is flexibility if you want to spend more time on country learning from biological experts and Traditional Owners.

The Environmental Survey Delivery team has a really important role in the identification and preservation of the native flora and fauna in the Pilbara region, where our Rio Tinto Iron Ore mines operate. The primary purpose of these newly created roles is to build relationships with Traditional Owners and biological professionals and coordinate participation on biological surveys. This is an opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team, who can help you learn about relevant legislation, technical guides and how to apply them to Pilbara-focused environmental approvals.

Reporting to the Survey Engagement Specialist and working in a collaborative and exciting environment within our State Agreements and Approvals team, you will learn to and eventually independently:

• Undertake effective planning for Traditional Owner involvement on biological surveys, including health and safety, scheduling, site mobilisation and logistics for Traditional Owner Groups or participants
• Collaborate with the wider Biological Team, Approvals, Heritage and Agreements Team in the implementation, development & improvement of policies & procedures
• Develop and maintain favourable relationships with internal and external stakeholders through strong engagement and communication
• Effectively apply the steps of Rio Tinto contractor management
• Coach survey participants according to Rio Tinto HSEC and CRM procedures
• Engage with internal projects and working groups as appropriate to support Biological Assessments and the State Agreements and Approvals team
• Contribute toward an inclusive culture through collaboration with peers across the broader Environmental Approvals team.

What you’ll bring

We’d love to hear from people with:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to quickly develop positive relationships
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills coupled with an ability to think on your feet and make quick rational decisions
• Significant cultural understanding and experience
• Ability to prepare project debriefs
• Ability to work with technical software e.g. GIS/ ArcGIS
• Ability to influence and promote health and safety
• Tertiary qualifications preferred but not essential- environment or social discipline (desirable)

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• Flexible working from home arrangements as per operational requirements
• 18 weeks of gender-neutral and equal paid parental leave, with continued superannuation contributions whilst employees are on unpaid or half paid parental leave
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
• 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)
• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more); and
• Local relocation packages offered for Australian residents only

About Rio Tinto

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

Perth based but with a working focus on the Pilbara region of Western Australia. In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we own an integrated portfolio of iron ore assets supported by functional teams in the Perth hub: a world-class, integrated network of 16 mines, four independent port terminals, a 1,700 kilometre rail network and related infrastructure – all designed to respond rapidly to changes in demand.

We are one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of iron ore.Every Voice Matters

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 different.

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.

Applications close on 28 July 2023 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date)