Principal Adviser Enterprise Architecture
Rio Tinto
Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
Join a leading global company and shape how enterprise architecture operates at scale
Permanent employment which includes a huge range of additional benefits
We’re Finding Better Ways™ to provide materials the world needs, now and in the future. Our values – care, courage and curiosity – guide how we work and how we treat each other.
About the role
We are looking for a Principal Adviser Enterprise Architecture Governance & Tooling, to lead the evolution of enterprise architecture processes, governance, and tooling across our global Information Systems & Technology (IS&T) function.
This is a great opportunity for a highly analytical, process-driven and collaborative professional to drive consistency, efficiency and maturity across architecture practices in a complex, global organisation. This is a full-time role with flexible working arrangements available, and is to be based in either our Brisbane, Perth or Montreal Hub.
Reporting to the General Manager Enterprise Architecture and working in a collaborative, global team within the Enterprise Architecture function, you will:
Lead the design and continuous improvement of enterprise architecture processes, governance frameworks, and operating models
Establish scalable engagement models between Enterprise Architecture, Solution Architecture, Product Groups, and Service Functions
Own and evolve the Enterprise Architecture Management (EAM) capability, aligning people, process, data, and technology
Act as Technical Owner for LeanIX, driving adoption, data quality, and continuous platform improvement
Enable integration and alignment across key platforms including ServiceNow, Apptio, SharePoint, and emerging AI capabilities
Produce insights and reporting on application portfolios, lifecycle risks, technical debt, and cost drivers to support executive decision-making
Facilitate governance forums and communities of practice to drive alignment, reuse, and architectural consistency
Build strong relationships with enterprise stakeholders to influence outcomes and improve how architecture supports the business
About you
To be successfully considered for this opportunity, candidates must be able to demonstrate:
A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
Demonstrated experience in enterprise, solution, or business architecture within a large, complex environment
Strong capability in process improvement, governance, and operating model design
Experience working with enterprise architecture tooling (e.g. LeanIX, Bizzdesign, Orbus, Enterprise Architect or similar), alongside experience of Work and Workflow Management solutions (including Azure DevOps, Jira or similar)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex data to senior stakeholders
Proven stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate across technical and non-technical audiences
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, sick & cultural leave)
Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
Where you’ll be working
Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) is a global function delivering integrated and critical IT services and support to Rio Tinto’s mines, refineries, smelters, remote operations centres and corporate offices. IS&T’s mission is to power Rio Tinto’s pioneers with data and technology, enhancing safety, productivity, and value for the business. Through our collaborative partnerships and a deep understanding of our mining and metals business, IS&T carefully balances the implementation of ‘here and now’ solutions with emerging technologies that will help to create the digitally-optimised Rio Tinto of tomorrow.
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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.
