Maintainer (Mine Water Management) – Hope Downs 1

• Work amongst high performing maintenance teams
• Fantastic opportunity to progress your career further
• FIFO roster 8:6 (days only) - FIFO from Perth or Busselton

About the role

We are looking for a Maintainer (Mine Water Management) to be part of the Hope Downs 1 Team. The role is a great opportunity for a safety conscious individual looking to continually improve and contribute to our culture and world class asset.

Working a FIFO 8 days on, 6 off roster and reporting to the Mine Water Management Supervisor, you will be: 

• Carrying out scheduled Dewatering Maintenance in areas including water supply bore fields
• Installing and servicing submersible and sump pumps
• Carrying out breakdown repairs for water supply bore fields
• Support the safety culture and ensure that the RTIO core values are always adhered.
• Responsible for identifying critical spares and maintaining accurate inventory for Dewatering
• Identifying Improvements with Dewatering maintenance tactics
• Providing operational feedback to supervisors and being responsible for following Rio Tinto Iron Ore safe work practices 
• Maintaining a working knowledge of all task instructions and procedures to ensure they are always adhered to.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping in and out of the workshops and other areas to ensure a safe work environment and effectively managing risks.
• Working proactively and efficiently in a team environment
• Will be required to conduct task outside your work role (general maintenance works and assisting other trades)

What you’ll bring

To be considered for this role, you will have: 

• Australian Driver’s License (C-class) Manual
• Trade Certificate – Mechanical
• Poly Welding Trade Cert (preferred)
• High Risk Work Licenses (LF, WP, DG, CN) – (preferred)
• Commitment to health and safety

What’s on offer?

• 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 and 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)
• Possible domestic relocation assistance

Where you will be working

The Hope Downs mine is located in the Hamersley Group which forms the middle layer of Mount Bruce Group in the Marra Mamba Iron Formation. It is situated 100km north-west of Newman in the Pilbara region of Australia. In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Rio Tinto operates the world's largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets with industry-leading margins. Our premium product suite, including our flagship Pilbara blend, drives strong customer relationships and is supported by technical and commercial marketing expertise. The iron ore business continues to be the world's largest autonomous truck operator and a proud leader in automated mining technologies.

About us

As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.

Our long history is filled with firsts. We’ve developed some of the world’s largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore, coal and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You’ll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It’s a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

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. You may also be required to complete on-line assessments as part of the selection process. Applications for this role will close on 31/05/2023, however we do reserve the right to close the role earlier.  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.

All progress begins with pioneers – at Rio Tinto it begins with you.