Specialist Structural Geologist

Specialist Structural Geologist - Perth

• Diverse range of mine sites and technical projects
• Permanent full-time role - Perth CBD with some ad hoc travel
• Enjoy flexible and agile working arrangements and other unique family benefits

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. 

We are looking for an experienced Specialist Structural Geologist to join our Technical Services team in Perth to produce, maintain and manage structural geology data collection, analysis and 3D models.

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.

Reporting to the Superintendent Structural Geology, you will be part of a growing and business-critical structural geology group aimed to develop, maintain and manage critical inputs into the Studies projects (Conceptual to Feasibility). Your time will be focused on improving and refining stratigraphic and structural knowledge for geotechnical design, other geoscience disciplines, and effective mine planning and optimisation of our studies projects to ensure growth opportunities and the achievement of the long-term business strategy.

You will be a safety role model, engage with a variety of stakeholders, champion continuous improvement projects and provide training and mentoring to junior staff.

About you

To succeed in this role you will have:

• A Bachelor in Earth Sciences, Geology or Structural Geology (Masters in Geology or a Structural Geology degree is desirable, but not mandatory)
• A strong technical background with a focus on open cut mining/bulk commodities
• Experience in construction of computerised 3D geological/stratigraphic models
• Experience in geological/geotechnical drill program planning and implementation
• Demonstrated exposure in mapping in an open pit environment
• High-level experience in geological data gathering, validation and structural analysis
• Demonstrated communication skills, including an ability to build relationships
• Excellent writing skills, attention to detail and an ability to problem solve

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 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); and 
• Local and international relocation packages including visa sponsorship where required on offer.

About Rio Tinto

Every idea, every innovation, every little thing the world calls ‘progress’ begins with a first step, and someone willing to take it: explorers, inventors, entrepreneurs. Pioneers.

For nearly 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers – generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress.

Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium – the world’s first to be certified “responsible” – helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities and our boron helps feed the world, and explore the universe. Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life.

Where you will be working

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Rio Tinto operates the world's largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets with industry-leading performance and technology. Our iron ore business continues to be the world's largest autonomous truck operator and a proud leader in automated mining technologies.

This role is based in Perth at our Central Park building with some travel to operating sites as required.

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.

Ready to experience something unique? Come work with us.

Applications close on 2nd November 2023 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date)