Production Scheduler

Production Scheduler

• No degree required - full training from our SME” s will be provided!
• Incredible development opportunity to take the next step in Mine Engineering
• Join our diverse and supportive technical team helping deliver our mine plans.
• Site based role, FIFO 8 days on; 6 days off from Perth or any of our regional hubs to various locations across the Pilbara

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 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

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

Do you love working with people and technology? Do you thrive in a dynamic setting?

We are looking for enthusiastic and energetic people to join our team as a Production Scheduler. The role is responsible for the coordination of daily grade management on site and provides technical support to the Mine Operations team to ensure the safe and efficient execution of the mine plan. This is a development opportunity, with full training provided to support to help you succeed and thrive in the role, with excellent career progression pathways into Mine Technical Services.

We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining. We have technical development programmes that are industry-leading and recognise the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills.

This role is a great opportunity for a highly motivated individual. Working 8 days on, 6 days off roster, reporting to the Senior Mining Engineer, you will be:

• Engaging with mine supervisors to co-ordinating the daily grade management
• Central point of communication between Mine, Plant, Maintenance, and Integrated Operations.
• Creating the daily schedule and communicating to key stakeholders.
• Weekly scheduling of grades and builds.
• Daily and weekly reporting of production performance and conformance.
• Collaborating within the Mine Technical Services team ensure execution of the weekly schedule.

Building on your technical computer skills using specialist mining software including RTVis and Vulcan

What you’ll bring

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• Minimum 2 years mining experience
• Sound communication skills and computer skills
• A strong work ethic with the willingness to learn
• Ability to adapt and respond to changing work environments and disruptions
• Strong forward-thinking mindset
• Strategic and analytical skills
• The ability to multi-task within a busy work environment

What we offer

• Be recognised for your contribution, you’re 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

Who we are

Every idea, every innovation, every little thing the world calls ‘progress’ begins with a first step, and someone willing to take it: explorers, inventors, entrepreneurs. Pioneers. 

For nearly 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers – generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress. 

Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium – the world’s first to be certified “responsible” – helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities, and our boron helps feed the world, and explore the universe. Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life. 

Where you’ll be working

Located 100km north-west of Newman, Hope Downs 1 offers an 8/6 roster and is a joint venture managed and operated by Rio Tinto, working in conjunction with nearby site Hope Downs 4. Hope Downs 1 provides exceptional career growth and opportunities and the village provides excellent facilities for its FIFO workers.

Apply now for immediate consideration!

Applications close on the 11^th of December 2023 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date).