Supervisor Fixed Plant

Supervisor Fixed Plant

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
• Join an encouraging leadership group, committed to your growth and development
• Transitioning from a 2 weeks on, 1 week off to a 8 days on, 6 days off, 7 nights on, 7 days FIFO roster from Perth or Geraldton – Marandoo in the new year

About the role

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

We’re looking for two  Fixed Plant Supervisors with strong safety leadership to lead a team of Fixed Plant Production operators in the safe delivery of daily production targets, daily inspections of the plant and assisting in maintaining plant reliability. One will commence straight onto the 8/6/7/7 roster, while the other will start on the 2/1 while the site transitions.

Our operation consists of three separate mines located in the Pilbara of Western Australia. Each mine has its own ore processing facility which is transported via conveyor to a central processing plant.

This opportunity is full of rewarding challenges and role diversity; your demonstrated ability to engage, connect and positively influence will prove valuable to the effectiveness of this role.

Reporting to the Superintendent Fixed Plant Shutdowns and working in a challenging and exciting environment within our Plant Operations team, you will:

• Build a safe work environment where zero harm is our goal
• Demonstrate ability to consistently achieve safety and operational outcomes and delivery of target
• Understanding of the mining industry from both an operational and technical perspective
• Be an inspiring role model and coach for positive behaviours, practices and processes, whilst providing leadership, development and support to your team
• Complete daily inspections of work areas and regular on the job interactions with the team to develop a safe and efficient work culture
• Leading, organising, developing and motivating your team to exceed expectations and targets
• Ensure clear direction and stakeholder management is upheld within direct area of accountability
• Process works in alignment with the Work Management System

What you’ll bring

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• A High-level ownership in your area of responsibility
• Leadership experience and confidence in leading, coaching and developing team members
• Ability to execute work in alignment with Rio Tinto values and behaviours
• Ability to achieve outcomes through influence and collaboration with others
• A current and valid ‘C Class’ manual driver's licence
• Experience in operating- Wet fines plants, screen houses, primary secondary & tertiary crushers, TLO and bridge reclaimers. – (Desirable)
• Proficient in the use of SAP

It will also be beneficial if you have:

• Contractor Management experience
• Demonstrated experience leading and executing small scale projects
• Fixed plant maintenance exposure – (desirable)

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
• 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 and salary packaging options
• Career development and 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)

About Rio Tinto

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we own an integrated portfolio of iron ore assets: a world-class, integrated network of 17 mines, four independent port terminals, a rail network spanning nearly 2,000 kilometres 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

Where you’ll be working

The Marandoo mine is located at the foot of Mount Bruce adjacent to the Karijini National Park, 50 km east of the town of Tom Price. Marandoo is known for its picturesque hills and mountain ranges. Our operation currently employs a fly in fly out workforce.

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.

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.

This role is for applicants residing in or willing to permanently relocate to Western Australia.

Applications close on 30 September 2022 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date)