SUPERINTENDENT FIELD HYDROGEOLOGY

• Drive technical leadership and best practice in field hydrogeology delivery
• Lead one of the largest and diverse field teams of their type
• Influence and drive a culture of continuous improvement
• FIFO 5:2/4:3 roster

FINDING BETTER WAYS TO PROVIDE THE MATERIALS THE WORLD NEEDS.

We’re seeking a Superintendent Field Hydrogeology to join our Iron Ore business and lead a talented, collaborative team of approximately 20 Field Hydrogeologists. In this role, you’ll provide both technical and safety leadership across a wide range of hydrogeological field programs—spanning development, implementation, operation, and closure—across our Tier 1 Pilbara assets. Working alongside our industry-leading water-well drilling partners, you’ll help deliver the future of groundwater management through a clear vision, a continuous improvement mindset, and a strong commitment to team development, technical excellence and environmental stewardship.

Reporting to the Manager Hydrogeology, you will:

• Lead with Purpose: Guide a team of Field Hydrogeologists in delivering high-quality technical supervision of hydrogeological drilling, aquifer testing, VWP installation, and injection testing —anchored in a clear vision for sustainable water management and operational excellence.
• Collaborate Across Functions: Build solid, respectful partnerships across

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, 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.
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from different cultural backgrounds.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable being 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 who we are.
Where can Rio Tinto take you?
You’re passionate and ambitious with tremendous career aspirations. The breadth and growth of our organisation empowers you to define your ideal career path.