Geologist - Resource Development – FIFO 8/6

Geologist – Resource Development – FIFO 8/6 

• Be part of a dynamic, high performing team with excellent career development opportunities

• Opportunity to be involved with cutting edge technology 
• Learn and develop your geological and skills with business supported resources 

• Enjoy flexible and agile working arrangements and other unique family benefits on a FIFO 8/6 roster from Perth

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 different.   

 At Rio Tinto, we 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 

Our Resource Development department is looking for a Geologist who will be part of a team responsible for the execution and delivery of evaluation and exploration programs, in both near mine and regional areas.

Resource Development is a department within Operational and Technical Support, and to be successful needs to work closely with many internal and external stakeholders (including Technical Services, Mine Engineering and Operations), to identify gaps and opportunities in resource understanding, generate targets for resource evaluation and ensure project delivery.

Reporting to the Senior Geologist, you will:

• Analyse, validate and interpret geological datasets collected during field programs.
• Assist with the development of field geological models.
• Set and comply with QAQC standards for geological data collection, analysis and interpretation.
• Assist with program planning and execution of drilling and field mapping campaigns.
• Liaise with team members and stakeholders on drilling and evaluation priorities.
• Provide safety leadership in promoting a safe and environmentally responsible working ethic, leading to an incident free workplace.

You’ll be a part of a close-knit team where working together, looking out for each other and enjoyment are priority. You will be supported by a great leadership team who understand that there’s more to life than work! This role is a great opportunity for a highly motivated individual, with a passion for Geology and contributing to a strong team environment.

What you’ll bring    

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Geology with practical experience in exploration, evaluation or mine geology
• Demonstrated knowledge of mining/mapping and modelling software packages (preferably LeapFrog, Vulcan, ArcMap and acQuire)
• Iron ore experience is preferred, as well as an understanding of the relevant exploration and evaluation techniques
• Previous experience / exposure to drilling programs are essential
• A ‘C’ class manual driver’s licence

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  
• Full relocation provided to Western Australia from elsewhere in Australia  
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive bonus  
• 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, cultural leave)  
• To better suit different family needs, our paid parental leave approach gives all parents the option to take 18 weeks of paid leave after a new child arrives – at a time that suits them  
• Exclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more, read more about the huge range of benefits here: https://bit.ly/43AQLue    

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
• Dedicated Indigenous Talent Programme for our Operators and Tradespersons and entry level operational roles. This programme is designed to create long term sustainable careers for our Indigenous Employees to grow into leadership or technical pathways to ensure you have every opportunity to grow your career.
• 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 will be working 

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Rio Tinto operates the world's largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets with industry-leading performance and technology. Our iron ore business continues to be the world's largest autonomous truck operator and a proud leader in automated mining technologies. 

These positions will be located at our Pilbara mining operations and will be offered on a FIFO 8 days on, 6 days off roster from Perth. Candidates in pursuit of flexible work arrangements or alternative rosters are encouraged to apply.

Ready to experience something unique? Come work with us.

Applications close on 23^rd February 2024 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date).