Engineer Electrical & Control Systems

Engineer Electrical & Control Systems 

• Do you want to join a dynamic team of technical experts who are truly passionate about what they do?
• Do you have an inquisitive mind and are you looking for a real opportunity to extend your technical expertise?

About the role

All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Electrical & Control Systems Engineers to join our candidate pool for our Asset Management & Engineering Services (AMES) teams within Rio Tinto Iron Ore (RTIO).

Reporting to the Senior Engineer you will:

• Reducing HSEQ risk, improve plant performance and reduce business costs by providing support to projects as a subject matter expert
• Work on Electrical and Control Systems at our bulk ore handling minesite, including HV and LV distribution and Motor Control, electrical protection, variable speed drives, production networks and server infrastructure, PLC, HMI etc
• Develop and update operational, maintenance procedures and recovery plans to minimise business interruption due to equipment failure
• Provide escalated technical support for the breakdown recovery, testing, commissioning & maintenance
• Develop and maintain electrical and control systems asset registers and implement Asset Life Cycle plans
• Ensure compliance to RTIO standards and industry best practice, and sustainability of changes through first party assurance and governance of site electrical and control systems engineering processes

What you’ll bring

You will have tertiary qualifications in Electrical or Control Systems Engineering and be familiar with key electrical Australian standards. Additionally, you will have experience in the interpretation and development of technical documents (such as engineering drawings, scope of works, functional specifications, procedures and commissioning plans) and be competent in equipment failure investigations and root cause analysis processes.

A ‘C’ class driver’s license will be required and your team focus and ‘can-do’ approach will also ensure your success in this role. Experience in electrical protection, variable speed drives, PLC and SCADA configuration, HV switchgear and functional safety, whilst not mandatory, will be well regarded.

Where you will be working

These positions are based at our Pilbara mining operations, working a Fly in Fly Out roster from Perth.

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we own an integrated portfolio of iron ore assets: 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.

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 supportive and inclusive community environment
• Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
• A competitive salary package reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Attractive employee share scheme, extensive salary sacrifice and salary packaging options, and exclusive employee discount schemes
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)

About Rio Tinto

Every idea, every innovation, every little thing the world calls ‘progress’ begins with a first step, and someone willing to take it: explorers, inventors, entrepreneurs. Pioneers. For nearly 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers – generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress.

Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium – the world’s first to be certified “responsible” – helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities, and our boron helps feed the world and explore the universe. Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life

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. 

Apply today if you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where we challenge you to drive positive change.Please note, to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions. This role is for applicants residing in or willing to permanently relocate to Western Australia. Rio Tinto offers Fly in and fly out options from Perth, our regional FIFO hubs, and the opportunity to live in our residential towns where applicable.

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