Advisor Contractor Management

at  RIO Tinto

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
• Permanent employment which includes a huge range of additional benefits
• Fly in fly out roster on a 5/2 :4/3 (From Perth) or 8/6 (From Busselton)
  We encourage women and Indigenous Peoples to apply, as we advance our business to more accurately reflect the world around us.

WHO WE ARE

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 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.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Operational Excellence team at our West Angelas mine operations, is looking to recruit Contractor Management Advisor to support delivery of Rio Tinto Iron Ore’s (RTIO) contractor management strategy across West Angelas and engage suppliers working with the contractor management system as it improves and evolves.
Data is one of our most important assets. From mine to market, behind each of our operations and projects are technological innovations and data science that are driving new industry standards in mining and metals. With a clear focus on values, behaviours, performance, and strong leadership, you will get to grow with an organisation that values your work and rewards you accordingly.
This role is a great opportunity for an energetic and performance driven individual who is keen to develop their leadership skills.

Reporting to the Manager - Operational Excellence, you will:

• Adhere to all Rio Tinto standards, policies and procedures
• Support the appointed Nominated Responsible Manager – Mass Transport in executing required tasks for site
• Actively foster and communicate a positive safety culture to promote safety awareness and compliance, encouraging prioritisation of safety in all activities and operations
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, evaluating and implementing improvement opportunities utilising a range of Rio Tinto best practices
• Collaborate closely with other functions and stakeholders in the performance of duties
• Provide appropriate coaching, mentoring and technical support to the operations
• Work with operations to define gaps in Contractor Management (CM) processes and standardisation, as well as best practice. Review and improve CM process, resources and tools for Iron Ore (WA) based on legislative and other responsibilities and CMx Diagnostics & DMIRS Audits
• Collaborate with the contractor management peer network to share best practice in CM and ensure consistency
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, driving reviews and improvements to the Contractor Management System and identifying opportunities to improve sourcing or contracting arrangements
• Monitor contractor work for compliance with the 5-step CM process and RTIO HSE standards and policies (incl. attendance of PSIs and participation in LIF/QSI)
• Coach and mentor of West Angelas company representatives in the 5 steps of Contractor Management.
• Assist West Angelas company representatives in mentoring of contracting partners and subcontractors in all aspects of RTIO policies and procedures related to contractor work
• Support and assist department leaders with the Contractor Engagement Solutions systems (CES)

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

• A Current Western Australian ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence (Manual)
• A business, engineering or other technical degree - advantageous
• Strong communication skills and ability to work autonomously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and advanced MS office
• Demonstrates understanding of procurement, HSEC, contractor management, processes, practices, governance and reporting
• Demonstrated experience in safety management systems
• Awareness in the application of the CM processes – exposure to managing and onboarding contractor