Field Builder / Pit Patroller

Pit Patroller

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and inclusive 
• Bring your passion for technology and exceptional communication skills
• Access industry-leading technical development programmes
• FIFO from Perth – 8 on; 6 off; 7 on; 7 off roster

For nearly 150 years, we have been producing materials essential to human progress – minerals and metals that are still part of everyday life, including the iron ore that shapes the skylines of cities around the world.

About the role

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

We are looking for experienced Field Builders (Pit Patrollers) across a number of our Pilbara Mine sites. The Field Builder (Pit Patroller) provides a critical service to the mobile equipment operators to help them safely achieve optimal production. You’ll share information about the condition of the site, best locations for equipment and proactively ensuring optimal conditions. There is also the opportunity to assist with in-pit leadership coverage

You may have experience in a similar role, or you may have exposure to, or a passion for, technology along with collaborative leadership experience and exceptional communication skills, we’re open to the skills and experience you bring and will provide training as needed.

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, your accountabilities will include:

• Undertake general leadership support activities such as assisting with and executing PSI’s, infield safety verifications, attending leadership debriefs and identifying & implementing high safety standards.
• Monitor AHT performance / efficiency / speed and take corrective action through Supervisor or Central Controller where required. Actively identify opportunities for AHT performance improvement.
• Work with the Central Controller to manage AHS hazards, identify potential issues for the system (network routes not mapped correctly to physical environment) and look for unprotected people, obstacles or equipment.
• Manage and improve spot times, the pit environment (e.g. windrows, signage, boom gates, tip head etc), pit design and AHT movement through location updates and Optimisation.
• Undertake general team support activities such as transporting team members/equipment, removing physical obstacles, setting up mobile lighting plants and hot seating equipment as required.

What you’ll bring 

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• A manual C Class driver’s license
• Ability to embrace and work with new technology
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate clearly and concisely to a range of stakeholders
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and making good decisions 
• Proven ability and understanding of productivity priorities coupled with effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and in a safe manner.
• Desire to influence and effective positive change from within.
• Experienced all round operator with preferred dig unit experience
• Experience operating Caterpillar mining machinery
• Sound AHS knowledge and R&D survey experience.

What we offerBe 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, sick leave)
• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more) 

Every Voice MattersWe 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.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions. You may also be required to complete on-line assessments as part of the selection process. 

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.