Specialist Change & Communications

Communications Specialist

• This role will be considered on a full time or part time basis, based at our Central Park office in Perth
• Develop and implement the communications and engagement strategy for the Sustaining Capital team
• Support our vision to be the most valued resource business and help demonstrate our values of care, courage, and curiosity

About The RoleAll progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.Reporting to the Senior Advisor, Strategy and Services in the Sustaining Capital division we are seeking a Communications Specialist on a full-time or a part time job share arrangement to oversee the development and implementation of the Sustaining Capital communication and engagement strategy and plan. Relied on for your expertise in developing strategic communications you will be responsible for all areas of internal communication.

Key duties include

• Develop, implement, and measure the effectiveness of the Sustaining Capital communication and engagement strategy and plan.
• Prepare General Manager communications including monthly addresses, quarterly State of the Nation, speaking notes, presentations, and email updates.
• Develop strong relationships with management and senior leaders across the division and provide expertise to deliver effective communication activities that support Sustaining Capital’s objectives and priorities, including the Priority Program.
• Management of the Sustaining Capital Hub intranet, Yammer, and digital communication channels, including video.

About You

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A bachelor’s degree in communications or a related discipline/field such as journalism, public relations or marketing.
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement with a demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with a range of internal stakeholders with varying interests and priorities.
• Initiative and the ability to deliver results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment working across multiple projects with conflicting deadlines.
• Creativity, curiosity, and passion for continuous improvement.
• Experience in change management (beneficial).

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• Flexible working-from-home arrangements as per operational requirements
• 18 weeks of gender-neutral and equal paid parental leave, with continued superannuation contributions whilst employees are on unpaid or half-paid parental leave
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive program
• 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 well-being support
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more); and
• Local relocation packages offered for Australian residents only

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 almost 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

Where you will 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.

This role will be based at our Central Park office based in the Perth CBD.

Every Voice Matters

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.

Applications close on 14th June 2023  (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date)