Safe Production Systems Iron Ore Stream Lead

Safe Production Systems Iron Ore Stream Lead

• Challenge yourself to build, maintain and develop key partner relationships

• Work in a collaborative and fast paced environment

• Permanent full-time role based at Hope Downs | FIFO 5:2 / 4:3 from Perth

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

We are seeking a highly motivated and self-starting Safe Production System Stream Lead to implement productivity improvements to ensure sustainable value is created within an operation or product group.

The Improvement functional area includes roles that aim to improve productivity through: research and development, data analytics, development, deployment and support of new or proven technology, and strong change management.

Reporting to the Deployment Lead you will:

• Assists with developing and delivering the productivity improvement plan.• Coordinates multidisciplinary teams to deliver the plans.• Supports compliance with standardised processes, systems and tools.• Supports guidance for productivity improvement.• Monitors and reports on resource utilisation to identify opportunities for productivity improvement.• Assists with maintaining metrics and reporting standards and integrating outcomes into planning and development.• Provides technical support and direction to project stakeholders.

What you will bring

• Strong communication / interpersonal / facilitation / coaching skills

• Ability to work cohesively with and influence others

• Demonstrated experience with using Lean Six Sigma and problem-solving techniques.

• Strong analytical skills and demonstrated experience in analysing and documenting complex business processes.

• A range of experience in business analysis and process design.

• Extensive experience leading process initiatives and improvement programs.

• Applied change expertise with proven stakeholder engagement.

• Degree in a business or mining related discipline will be an advantage.  

• Project Management & Change Management experience is desired

• 3+ years of operational experience in a similar role within the Mining or Manufacturing industry

• Six Sigma Qualification (Black/Green Belt) & or Lean Methodology Experience is desired  

• Experience working within both Operations and/or Maintenance

• Attention to detail and proficient problem-solving abilities

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

• 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

Where you'll be working

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we own an integrated portfolio of iron ore assets: a world-class, integrated network of 16 mines, four independent port terminals, a 1,700-kilometre rail network and related infrastructure –all designed to respond rapidly to changes in demand. We are one of the world's leading producers and exporters of iron ore.

Applications close on the 26th February 2025 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date).

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.