Specialist Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV)

Specialist - Remote Operated Vehicles (ROV)

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion.
• Join our global leading business offering outstanding personal development & global career opportunities
• Enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle in an ideal residential environment – Weipa

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for experienced Specialist- Remote Operated Vehicles who will be responsible for the execution of the Pacific Operations ROV Program across Weipa. This technology includes but not limited to multirotor and fixed wing drone operations using a variety of payloads and sensors, ground rovers and submersible ROVs.

We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining.

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.

This role is a great opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to take the next step in their career working for a global mining company. Reporting to the Superintendent Business Improvement you will be required to:

• Lead, grow and support the ROV Program for Weipa.
• Implement aligned systematic processes and procedures for Weipa.
• Be responsible for the end to end project management of identified improvement initiatives.
• Improve productivity, financials and safety through research and development, deployment and support of new or proven ROV technology as it arises and strong change management.
• Use PMO1 data/financial analytics, BI tools and methodologies to identify business’ full potential opportunities and lead improvement projects to ensure sustainable value is created.
• Use technical knowledge to solve complex problems and recommend solutions across site.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with leaders and stakeholders across site.
• Coach and support leaders and stakeholders in the opportunities, implementation and embedding of ROV technology and systems.
• Provide experienced technical support to stakeholders and pilots across the sites.
• Organise accreditation courses, deliver training and conduct audits on sites pilots.

What you’ll bring

• A strong commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• Effective written and verbal communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to promote, mentor and drive a diverse way of thinking and ability to challenge the status quo
• Understanding of emerging technologies and future capabilities
• A Manual C Class Drivers License

Also Beneficial:

• RePL - Remote Pilot License and AROC
• Understanding of C7/BARS Regulations
• Remote Pilots License for Multirotor 25kg
• Technical understanding of CASA regulations
• Chief Remote Pilot experience
• Experience with flight management software platforms
• Technical knowledge and piloting skills of a range of ROV systems
• Understanding of maintenance requirements for ROV fleets
• Understanding of aviation risk assessment requirements
• Experience using business improvement methodologies such as: KAIZEN, Lean Six Sigma and Change Management 

What we offer

Be recognised for your contribution, you’re 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 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
• 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)
• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
• Domestic relocation assistance on offer
• Weipa accommodation benefit
• Five weeks annual leave
• Remote area allowance
• Remote area holiday travel assistance

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.. 

Where you’ll be working

Our Weipa operations in Far North Queensland includes three bauxite mines, processing facilities, shiploaders, an export wharf, two ports, power stations, a rail network and ferry terminals.

Amrun, our newest mine, was completed in 2018 and will extend our Weipa bauxite operations by decades, significantly building on our 55-year history on the Western Cape, and providing jobs and supporting business growth in the region. The mine is located on traditional land. We work closely with the Traditional Owners to implement our agreements, ensuring that the benefits generated from mining support future generations and that important cultural heritage sites are identified and preserved.

Every Voice Matters

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 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.