Principal Adviser Environment at Rio Tinto

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jul, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Management, Governance, Risk Management, Environmental Strategy, Environmental Legislation, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Governance, Compliance Frameworks, Strategic Analysis, Coaching and Mentoring, Relationship Building, Collaboration

Industry

mining

Description

Principal Adviser Environment | Brisbane, QLD Influence environmental strategy and governance across Rio Tinto's Pacific Operations. Lead initiatives that strengthen environmental performance and protect our licence to operate. Work with senior leaders, site teams and technical experts to drive sustainable business outcomes. Brisbane head office role location About the role Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs We are looking for a Principal Adviser Environment to provide strategic leadership and expert environmental advice across Pacific Operations. In this highly influential role, you will lead governance and assurance programs, support environmental law reform readiness, and partner with sites and central functions to improve environmental risk management and performance. You will play a key role in shaping environmental strategy, influencing decision-making, and ensuring Rio Tinto continues to deliver responsible environmental outcomes across its operations. Key responsibilities include: Leading programs of work to prepare Pacific Operations for evolving environmental legislation and regulatory requirements. Driving governance and assurance initiatives that strengthen environmental performance and risk management. Providing expert environmental advice to operational and project teams to assess, manage and minimise environmental risks and impacts. Influencing and partnering with key stakeholders to develop effective risk mitigation strategies. Providing strategic analysis and recommendations to senior leaders on environmental priorities and emerging risks. Coaching, mentoring and developing capability within environmental teams. What you'll bring Significant experience in environmental management, governance, risk management or environmental strategy. A strategic mindset with a focus on governance, risk and long-term environmental outcomes, suited to someone who thrives on shaping direction rather than purely technical delivery Deep technical expertise with the demonstrated ability to influence outcomes across a complex organisation. Strong understanding of environmental legislation, approvals and compliance frameworks. Demonstrated experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders. Ability to lead initiatives, manage competing priorities and deliver strategic outcomes. Excellent communication, collaboration and relationship building skills. Project governance experience, with the ability to lead complex programs of work and drive outcomes through influence and collaboration. Ideally degree qualified – Environment related field What we offer A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience. Annual incentive program. Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance. Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities. Flexible and supportive work environment. A culture that values inclusion, wellbeing, courage and care. Where you will be working You will join Rio Tinto's Pacific Operations Environment team, partnering with operational sites, project teams and corporate functions to improve environmental performance and manage strategic environmental risks. Working across a broad stakeholder network, you will help shape environmental outcomes that support sustainable operations and strengthen Rio Tinto's licence to operate for generations to come. #gts 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 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 situations and meet opportunities. Respect and Inclusion 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. 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. A drive for innovation and continuous improvement is at the heart of our company's purpose: Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. Here, you’ll find a home for curious people who care about their work and colleagues, are courageous about finding better ways to do things, and are empowered to adapt quickly to solve problems and meet opportunities. 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.

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Responsibilities

Lead environmental strategy, governance, and assurance programs across Rio Tinto's Pacific Operations to strengthen performance and risk management. Provide expert advice to senior leaders and operational teams to ensure compliance with evolving environmental legislation.