Area Manager GD Studies

 Area Manager GD Studies

• Passion and commitment to the continual improvement of operations management and safety
• Permanent employment which includes a huge range of additional benefits
• Perth Based Role

About the role 

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for an Area Manager, Gudai-Darri Studies to join the Rio Tinto Projects team to lead the engineering for expanding our Gudai-Darri Operations. As Rio Tinto’s most technologically advanced mine, Gudai-Darri is safer and more productive, and this position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a collaborative team that is shaping the future of iron ore production in the Pilbara.

We have technical development programmes that are industry-leading and recognise the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills.

The Area Manager, Gudai-Darri Studies will be central to coordinating efforts with Rio Tinto Iron Ore teams, engineering partners and contractors. This role will focus on delivering the Belele-Hillside Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) and other various strategic studies. Reporting to the Project Manager, Gudai-Darri and delivering on business and delivery excellence you will be expected to:

• Oversee assigned engineering packages from scope definition through detailed engineering phases.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to foster a collaborative and improvement-focused culture.
• Manage engineering performance to ensure compliance with Rio Tinto’s standards and the PM+ framework.
• Lead the engineering efforts, including the engagement and management of specialist contractors and consultants.
• Implement engineering innovations and improvements to optimise the value creation process.
• Track and report on study and engineering performance indicators to meet business requirements.
• Identify and mitigate key study risks while maximizing opportunities to enhance project outcomes.
• Provide technical support and direction to engineering teams, leveraging and sharing lessons learned.
• Prepare and coordinate study assurance activities, including Stage Gate Reviews and Approvals.
• Develop and maintain an inclusive and supportive work environment in line with Rio Tinto’s values.
• Offer coaching and guidance to project team members.

What you’ll bring

• A strong dedication to the safety and wellbeing of yourself and your team.
• A relevant degree in project management, engineering, or a similar field.
• Over 5 years of experience at the same level on large-scale mining or industrial projects.
• Experience in the design and/or construction of crushers and conveyors is advantageous.
• Demonstrated extensive technical, practical, and leadership experience.
• Proven skills in setting goals, managing time, prioritizing tasks, and allocating resources effectively.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to solve complex problems with stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What we offer

• Be recognised for your contribution - our 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 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 and 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)
• Domestic relocation assistance

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

This role will be based in our Perth Hub

Every Voice Matters 

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 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. 

Applications close on 12^th September 2024 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to close advertising prior to this date).

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.