Project Controls Analyst

Project Controls Analyst 

• Perth Central Park opportunity
• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, health, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
• Fixed Term 9-12-month Opportunity 

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs

We are looking for a Project Controls Analyst to cover parental leave and work in the Rail Engineering & Strategy’s portfolio management office, to support Rail divisions capital management in Rio Tinto. 

The key focus of this role will be to provide capital coordination support, including planning, process & controls to Rail Engineering & Rail Operations at all stages of the project lifecycle.

Reporting to the Principal Advisor - Project Controls, you will be responsible for:

• Coordination on Annual Capital Planning and 10YR Planning review and update
• Coordination on Annual Physical Asset verification, quarterly PEWE and AUC activities
• Coordination on project initiation, project setup in CPMS/CAPS/SAP, funding request process
• Coordinate with Controllership to ensure PAC/IC/Pool approved projects budgets are released in SAP and advise project leads
• Assist projects to update CPMS information, including project gate, risk, priority, cash flow, asset class, etc
• CPMS hygiene checks on project gate, risk, priority, cash flow, asset class,etc
• Track project spend for continuity in case of overruns requiring supplementary budget request
• Track spend for studies projects (Define, OoM, PFS) for future capital projects planning/lookahead
• Provide support on project spend reporting, analysis, journal, EOM accrual, etc
• Project Closure administration, including project capitalisation, CPMS archiving, etc 
• Support portfolio reporting processes (e.g., SteerCo etc)
• Preparation of process maps, governance documents, training manuals
• Maintaining and management of Portfolio Sharepoint Page

About you

To be successfully considered for this role you will have:

• Degree in Project Management or relevant experience
• Degree in finance or relevant experience
• Advanced working knowledge of project control/project management processes (cost, resource, estimating or scheduling) and the tools used to deliver a sound governance function.
• Proven ability to apply an analytical lens to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Effective relationship building skills with an ability to influence colleagues from across different teams.
• An ability to work autonomously or as part of a team.
• A commitment to the safety of yourself and the team.

Where you will be working

Our privately owned and operated rail network is an essential part of our integrated production process and services our 15 mines across the Pilbara via 1,700km of track. With depots located at Tom Price, Cape Lambert and Dampier (7 Mile), each train is operated by a single driver and comprises up to three locomotives and 240 ore cars stretching to approximately 2.7 kilometres in length with over 40 trains operating per day. We are also applying and adapting technology to improve safety and productivity across our rail network.

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 Fixed Term 9-12-month Opportunity 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
• 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)
• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
• Possible domestic relocation assistance

In addition to paying competitively and providing great benefits packages, we want you to live the lifestyle that is right for you and your family. And because of our size and scale, there are many opportunities to learn, grow and do more than you ever thought possible.Every hour of every shift, your safety and wellbeing is our number one priority. We do the work only if it is safe, and we invest to make sure every member of the team has the quality tools they need to do their job.

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. Aluminum 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, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.