Fixed Plant Operator – Residential
We are looking for a motivated, experienced individual who is interested in joining our Fixed Plant Operations team. You'll be part of a friendly team and supported by your leader to grow and achieve your personal goals and the team's goals. You'll work a lifestyle-friendly 8/6 or 8/6/7/7 roster that gives you more time to spend on what matters.
Responsibilities
* Operate, carry out routine inspections and maintain the condition of the dry/wet plants.
* Demonstrate commitment to safety daily.
* Perform basic fault finding and diagnosis.
* Work individually or in a team environment and contribute to daily targets.
* Conduct routine activities to ensure safe and reliable operation of our area assets.
* Perform manual handling associated with basic maintenance and inspection of the plant.
* Work in a field role monitoring equipment, cleaning, hosing and identifying continuous improvement opportunities.
* Operate mobile plant equipment as required by your leader.
* Work autonomously to monitor the process in a safe and effective manner.
About You
* Willingness to relocate to a permanent position in a residential town.
* Commitment to the safety of yourself and your team.
* Full manual 'C' class driver's licence or above (essential).
* Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
* Ability to work safely and cooperatively in a small team, demonstrating flexibility to business requirements.
What We Offer
* A work environment where safety is the number one priority.
* A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto.
* A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an 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, personal & cultural leave).
* Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more).
* Possible domestic relocation assistance.
Indigenous Support
* Specialist Indigenous Support Advisors are always there for our Indigenous employees and available to support through any aspect of your employment.
* Dedicated Indigenous Talent Programme for our Operators and Tradespersons and entry‑level operational roles to create long‑term sustainable careers and growth into leadership or technical pathways.
* Indigenous leadership programmes across some professional and operational roles to develop Indigenous Leaders.
Who We Are
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company operating in 35 countries, producing iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals and other materials essential for the global energy transition and community thriving.
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 margins.
Respect and Inclusion
We 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 every voice is heard and all cultures are respected.
Seniority Level
Not Applicable
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
ies
Mining and Oil and Gas
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