Engineer Maintenance
Rio Tinto
Engineer Maintenance – Pannawonica
Perfect role for a highly motivated individual
Residential or FIFO from Perth to Pannawonica
Family friendly and lifestyle focused – 8 /6 roster
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
Join our inclusive Maintenance, Planning & Engineering (MPE) function here at Rio Tinto, as an Engineer Maintenance within the Fixed Plant team, where you will have the opportunity to provide technical assistance, support, and expert advice on continuous improvement practices across on a day-to-day basis to Fixed Plant Maintenance.
Nestle yourself residentially within the community of Pannawonica, or FIFO from Perth on a lifestyle focused roster of 8 days on, 6 days off.
Reporting to the MP&E Engineering Superintendent, you will be responsible for :
Maintain strict compliance with Rio Tinto health and safety standards and promptly report hazards
Provide technical support to maintenance teams, including planning, prioritising, troubleshooting breakdowns, and supporting PM02/PM03 scope development
Conduct root cause and equipment failure analysis, implement corrective actions, and review equipment performance to recommend improvements
Support and participate in Fixed Plant safety initiatives by identifying safety risks, contributing to investigations, and helping implement fit‑for‑purpose engineering and maintenance safety improvements
Oversee data quality, monitor daily KPIs, and contribute to asset reliability strategies, maintenance tactics, and risk analysis
Identify and lead maintainability and efficiency improvements, including design input, precision maintenance, hydrocarbon management, and containment actions
Support asset recovery, ensure maintenance QA and adherence to executive standards, and help embed business processes (e.g., ABS Manage Physical Assets)
Coach and mentor maintenance teams, and manage site-based capital projects while coordinating with sustaining capital teams when required
What you’ll bring
To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:
Experience working in engineering or maintenance roles, ideally within a fixed plant or MEM environment
Able to work well in small teams or independently, showing flexibility and adaptability
Skilled in Defect Elimination and Root Cause Analysis processes
Proven experience delivering Continuous Improvement initiatives and projects
Strong understanding of budgets, asset criticality, cost drivers, asset risks, performance, and life cycles
Knowledgeable in SAP or similar Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodology; Black Belt certification is an advantage
Bachelor of Engineering (relevant discipline) or equivalent technical experience
Current ‘C’ Class Driver's License (Manual)
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.
We are committed to promoting diversity within Rio Tinto and as a special measure to we strongly encourage women to apply.
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
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, personal & cultural leave)
Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
Possible domestic relocation assistance
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
Indigenous leadership programmes across some professional and operational roles to ensure that we are developing Indigenous Leaders.
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 Residential FIFO from Perth to Pannawonica on very enticing, family friendly 8 days on, 6 days off roster.
Located in the scenic Pilbara region and close to the major centre of Karratha, the vibrant town offers a sought-after lifestyle and affordable living in comfortable subsidised housing.
This is a great opportunity for you and your family to contribute to a unique community and enjoy a wide range of seasonal outdoor activities; allowing you to find the perfect balance between leisure and work. From the popular annual rodeo event to other regular social and cultural activities, local residents can make the most of modern amenities.
The town of Pannawonica is supported by a resident doctor, an excellent primary school with options to undertake secondary school studies in a supervised distance education program, supermarket, and a local community gym and youth centre.
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About Rio TintoRio 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 situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and InclusionAt 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.
