Advisor Mine Water Management
Join our inclusive and diverse team at Rio Tinto as an Advisor – Mine Water Management (MWM) at Hope Downs. This role is a key technical and advisory position within the Mine Water Management team, supporting the safe, reliable and efficient operation of site‐wide water management systems.
The Advisor MWM provides specialist technical input, operational advice and problem‐solving support across the mine water network. This role focuses on analysis, assurance, optimisation and continuous improvement of MWM systems and performance.
You'll be part of a friendly team, supported by your leader to grow and achieve your own personal goals as well as the goals of the team. You'll work on a fly‐in, fly‐out 8 days on; 6 days off roster which will give you more time to spend on the things that are important to you and the people in your life.
Reporting to the Superintendent Mine Water Management and working in a challenging and exciting environment, you will
* Provide technical and operational advice to support the safe operation of the mine water management network, including dewatering systems, infrastructure and water balance performance
* Monitor, analyse and report on mine water performance, identifying risks, constraints and opportunities for improvement
* Support achievement of safety, environmental and water efficiency targets in line with Rio Tinto standards, policies and statutory obligations
* Proactively manage assets within scope, supporting planned maintenance strategies and reliability outcomes through the work management system
* Assist Superintendents and Supervisors with problem solving, investigation of issues and implementation of improvement initiatives
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across Mine Water Management, including optimisation of processes, systems and work practices
* Provide input into planning activities to ensure mine water considerations are effectively integrated into operational plans
* Collaborate with production, maintenance, HSEC and technical teams to ensure water management risks are identified, understood and controlled
* Role model respectful behaviours and actively support a culture aligned to Rio Tinto values of Care, Courage and Curiosity
What You'll Bring
* Experience in Mine Water Management within a mining or heavy industrial environment
* Strong technical understanding of water management systems, dewatering operations and associated infrastructure
* Statutory Position Legal Exam – Statutory Supervisor (or working towards)
* Current unrestricted electrical license and electrical trade qualification
* Sound knowledge of safety and environmental systems and the ability to operate in line with Rio Tinto standards and legislative requirements
* Experience using work management systems (e.g., SAP) to support planning, prioritisation and asset management activities
* Proven ability to analyse data, identify issues and support the development of practical, fit‐for‐purpose solutions
* Confidence working collaboratively with operational leaders, supervisors and cross‐functional stakeholders
* Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
* A current Australian manual (C Class) driver's licence
* An inclusive mindset with the courage to challenge and the curiosity to seek better ways of working
What We Offer
* Recognition for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work
* 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 bonus
* 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, cultural leave)
* Exclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more
Indigenous Support & Inclusion
* Specialist Indigenous Support Advisors are available to support Indigenous employees through any aspect of employment
* Dedicated Indigenous Talent Programme for entry‐level operational roles designed to create long‐term careers for Indigenous employees
* Indigenous leadership programmes across some professional and operational roles to develop Indigenous Leaders
Location
Hope Downs 1, located 100 km north‐west of Newman, is a joint venture managed and operated by Rio Tinto. The site provides exceptional career growth opportunities and extensive facilities for FIFO workers.
Equal Opportunity
We are 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 all voices are heard, all cultures respected and a variety of perspectives 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 other differences.
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