Supervisor Plant Operations

Supervisor - Fixed Plant Operations 

• Be part of a group that is safety-driven and values inclusion
• Elevate your career with the support of a committed leadership team
• Residential opportunity with excellent housing and relocation package

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We’re looking for a safety-focused Fixed Plant Supervisor with a passion for people 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.

This role is a great opportunity for an experienced operator, engineer, or a capable future leader looking to take the next step in their career. Working on a residential 4 days, 3 nights, 6 off roster, enjoy the luxury of returning to your home after each shift. You will have a supportive leader that will not only set you up for success but will continue to work with you to develop your career aspirations.

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

• Drive a safe work environment where zero harm is our goal
• Demonstrate ability to consistently achieve safety and operational outcomes
• 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 drive 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 passion and confidence in leading, coaching and developing team members
• Ability to execute work in alignment with Rio Tinto values (Care, Courage and Curiosity) and behaviours
• Ability to achieve outcomes through influence and collaboration with others
• A current and valid ‘C Class’ manual driver's licence

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• Domestic relocation with heavily subsidised housing and utilities
• 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 and living

Located in the scenic Pilbara region between two incredible holiday destinations, Karijini and Exmouth, close to the bustling hub of Karratha, the vibrant town of Pannawonica offers a sought-after lifestyle and affordable living in comfortable, heavily subsidised, housing and utilities.

This is a great opportunity for you to contribute to a unique community and enjoy a wide range of seasonal outdoor activities; allowing you to find the perfect balance between leisure and work. From the popular annual rodeo event to other regular social and cultural activities, local residents can make the most of everything the Pilbara.

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.