Project Controller - APAC-2

Job Description - Project Controller (Closure APAC) 

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
• Join our global leading business offering outstanding personal development
• Permanent, full-time role located in Brisbane, Australia. 

About the role 

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. 

We are looking for a Project Controller to perform project control services for Rio Tinto closure projects in the Australia Pacific Region (APAC). This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading Mining company at the forefront of mining technology, where you will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge, skills and career. 

You will work seamlessly with the Closure APAC team members and report into the APAC Project Controls Lead. You will also liaise with closure staff working for supporting functions such as Finance and Procurement.  Workload and scope will be determined by the APAC Project Controls Lead.  You will coordinate with District Managers, Asset Managers, and Study Leads to verify and report on cost and schedule performance for each assigned asset/ project.  You will work with the APAC Project Controls Lead to compile all reporting necessary for stakeholder and project meetings, reviews, and routine project control meetings. 

Responsibilities:

• Report to the APAC Project Controls Lead.
• Implementation of the global project services mission, vision, and goals.
• Perform project control responsibilities monthly as directed by the APAC Project Controls Lead.  The responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Usage of assigned Project Controls Tool
  • Budget Tracking and Monthly Reporting
  • Forecasting
  • Annual Plan Review (APR)
  • Accruals
  • Vendor Management and invoicing support/ verification
  • Planning coordination with Asset Managers and supporting functions such as Procurement, HSE, CSP, & Finance.
  • Service Entry Sheet (SES) support
  • Purchase Requisition (PR) creation and Purchase Order (PO) tracking.
• Collaborate with Asset Managers to establish routine progress review meetings.
• Under the direction of the APAC Project Controls Lead, oversee contracted project controls assigned to specific projects.
• As directed by the APAC Project Controls Lead, ensure that all required tools, processes and procedures are being used/ implemented on all assigned projects.
• As directed by the Project Services Manager, support with the following:
  • Global process improvements and implementation
  • Recruitment of new project controllers and schedulers
  • Lead regional trainings and presentations

Qualifications:

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

• Commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• A University degree in engineering, construction management, accounting or a related field is desirable.
• 2 or more years of experience in project controls
• Experience with managing project control deliverables for a portfolio of projects
• Understanding of project management and controls concepts
• Knowledge or experience in progress management
• Experience with earned value management, forecasting and accruals
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Knowledge or experience in change management
• Proficient in SAP, Excel and Power BI

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.

Every Voice MattersAt 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.