Communities & Social Performance Manager

at  RIO Tinto

COMMUNITIES & SOCIAL PERFORMANCE MANAGER

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
• Leadership development in a dynamic environment and the chance to engage in meaningful work with First Nations and local communities.
• This permanent, full-time, role is based in Kitimat, BC. The perfect place to live and work, combining the tranquility of a small community with an unrivaled love for the great outdoors.

FINDING BETTER WAYS TO PROVIDE THE MATERIALS THE WORLD NEEDS.

We are looking for a Manager, Communities & Social Performance, BC works, based in Kitimat, to lead and develop BC Works’ community engagement efforts with internal stakeholders, external partners, and First Nations.
This role is a great opportunity for a strategic and collaborative leader to make a meaningful impact by shaping the company’s relationship with the community and stakeholders. The role enables the candidate to lead initiatives that drive business success while positively impacting social and environmental outcomes.
We are an open, connected global team that includes some of the industry’s best and brightest minds. We offer competitive, performance-focused remuneration and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. With a global reach, the opportunities to develop and grow your career are broad and exciting.

Reporting to the General Manager, Communities & Social Performance, and working on a Monday to Friday schedule, you will be:

• Manage and develop the BC Works CSP team, and ensuring team alignment with business goals, priorities and vision.
• Plan, implement, and report on CSP activities to meet organizational strategies, objectives, and compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain great relationships with local communities, First Nations, partners and internal stakeholders to support business objectives.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate risks and opportunities related to business activities and community interactions.
• Direct the resolution of complex CSP issues and challenges, ensuring alignment with company policies and standards.
• Leverage deep community knowledge to minimize risks, maximize value, and promote effective community engagement.
• Collaborate with internal business units, product groups, and sites to share learnings and replicate successful CSP initiatives.
• Lead the team in implementing improvement strategies to ensure sustainable performance and maintain a social license to operate.