Training Coordinator Train Control

Training Coordinator – Train Control

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It’s a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organisation and fulfilling career.

The Opportunity

We have a rare and exciting opportunity to join our Rail Operations team as a Training Coordinator - Train Control and be part of the world’s first automated heavy haul rail network.

This position plays a key role in providing competency-based training and assessment for Train Controllers, to ensure our team have the competencies required to undertake their work in a skilled, safe and effective manner.Reporting to the Superintendent Operations Train Control, your role will be varied and fast paced: 

• Assist with the evaluation, development and maintenance of training and assessment services and material ensuring compliance with business requirements
• Drive standardised training and adult learning principles, training policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
• Maintain training and assessment documentation, in accordance with appropriate records management systems, procedures and legislative requirements
• Contribute to Incident Investigations to drive unbiased consistency
• Leading recruitment and onboarding of new Train Controllers

• Training and support for ATAS Trainees
• Support the On Job Training team with alignment and improvement opportunities

• Liaise with Train Control Supervisors and other relevant stakeholders to provide information and advice on training gaps identified during regular maintenance of competency
• Give support and regular constructive feedback that is linked to development needs
• Management of Rail Document Governance Processes
• You will be required to communicate and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels across Rio Tinto Iron Ore, in particular other execution teams within Rail Logistics and Optimisation and the wider Rail Division

What you will need for this role

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the below:

• Good understanding of Safeworking and Railway Operating principles
• Experience in training and assessing within the Rail Industry (preferably Train Control) and possess experience in technical writing (desirable)
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessing (desirable)
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities

• Strong commitment to continuous improvement with a focus on improving training materials and delivery methodologies 
• Improve the experience and efficiency of the training framework
• Ability to develop others through coaching, mentoring, rewarding and guiding 
• Ability to lead and manage change in a complex environment 

• Multitask to deliver results with excellent attention to detail whilst managing challenging and conflicting priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions in a quick and thorough manner

• Strong commitment to safety and a genuine care for our people, especially our frontline teams
• A curious nature and a strong commitment to our Care, Courage & Curiosity values
• C Class Manual Drivers licence

Where you will be working

This role is being offered in Perth based out of our Operations Centre, near the Perth Airport. Our privately owned and operated rail network is an essential part of our integrated production process and services our 16 mines across the Pilbara via 1,700km of track. With depots located at Tom Price, Cape Lambert and Dampier (7 Mile), each train is operated by a single driver and comprises up to three locomotives and 240 ore cars stretching to approximately 2.7 kilometres in length with over 40 trains operating per day. We are also applying and adapting technology to improve safety and productivity across our rail network.

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• 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 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.

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 12^th March 2023 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date)