Project Services Manager

Project Services Manager - Argyle Closure Project

• Make a positive impact on the way that major capital projects are managed and delivered at Rio Tinto
• Join a diverse, engaged and inclusive team
• Permanent opportunity, Perth based

About the role

All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.

We are looking for a Project Services Manager to join the Project APAC Copper and Aluminium Project Services team for Rio Tinto Projects with a focus on Contract formation, contract administration, cost and scheduling control.

This role is a great opportunity for a seasoned Project Services professional to influence and ensure project services are maintained and delivered for Rio Tinto’s Projects Copper and Aluminium projects occurring in APAC, with particular focus on Argyle operations. You will join a globally connected organisation and work as part of a collaborative, engaged and diverse team. If you are looking for a positive work environment, where collaboration, upskilling and team engagement is encouraged, then this role is for you.

Reporting to the Senior Manager Project Services – Copper & Aluminium and working in a collaborative and exciting environment you will:

• Partner with stakeholders to deliver the Rio Tinto Projects APAC – Copper and Aluminium project and capital plan by managing project controls practices and ensuring compliance with Rio Tinto Projects systems, policies and procedures
• Lead and develop the APAC – Copper and Aluminium Argyle Closure Project Services team to enable optimal performance and deliverables
• Problem solving and providing advice to project leaders regarding project controls related issues including cost and progress measurement, schedule and change management and contracts issues around contractor claims and contracting strategies.
• Validate project and portfolio reports, as well as regular review of project controls reporting, cost and schedule status
• Using your project management skills to implement continuous improvement initiatives 

About Rio Tinto

Rio 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 and meet opportunities.

What you’ll bring

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• Previous success in building, leading and developing a team of Project Services professionals
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to build effective relationships both within the business and with vendors
• Degree qualification in Business/Commerce or Engineering or similar
• Substantial proven experience in Project Services attained within a project environment
• Thorough understanding of contracts, project controls and project management concepts 

Where you will be working

Rio Tinto Projects helps to grow our business by building new mines and assets as well as studying the different options for both new construction projects and operations approaching closure. We are recognised for delivering safely, on time and on budget or better, and have won multiple awards for our work, including at the Amrun Bauxite mine in North Queensland, Australia, and on the AutoHaul™ driverless trains in the Pilbara, Western Australia.

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.

Every Voice Matters

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ 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. 

Apply today if you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where we challenge you to drive positive change.