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12 Month contract as a senior, business‑facing data governance specialist within Rio Tinto’s Modern ERP program
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Focused on embedding capability, ownership and sustainable data governance across the business
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High‑impact role partnering with Global Process Owners (GPOs) during a major ERP transformation
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Specialist – Data Governance to play a critical role in embedding practical, value‑driven data governance across Rio Tinto’s Modern ERP program.
The role sits firmly on the business side of Rio Tinto, working closely with Global Process Owners and business teams to build capability, uplift confidence and ensure data governance is adopted and owned by the business.
The System Integrator (SI) resources support aspects of delivery execution, including migration activities. This role complements that work by focusing on business ownership, sustainability, and long‑term capability uplift.
Key Responsibilities
As the Senior Specialist – Data Governance, you will:
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Partner with Global Process Owners (GPOs) to embed data governance across their domains
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Upskill data stewards and operational teams to take ownership of data risks and quality
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Translate enterprise governance principles into practical, adoptable approaches
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Support identification and management of data risks, training needs and remediation priorities
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Work closely with the leader and other senior stakeholders to drive alignment through workshops and engagement
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Enable governance that supports cost savings, value delivery and better decision‑making
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Operate across multiple domains, supporting SAP‑enabled business processes and data flows
About You
You will bring:
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Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
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A practical understanding of business data and how it is used day‑to‑day
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Experience in data-based roles, i.e. Report writing, data engineering or other such data role
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Experience working within SAP or ERP environments, particularly how data flows through systems
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Ability to balance governance, value and usability
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Comfort operating in complex environments and bringing clarity, structure and momentum
Relevant domain exposure includes:
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SAP and enterprise business data
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Asset management and processing
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Finance
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Mining operations
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People / workforce data
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HSESC (Health, Safety, Environment, Security & Communities)
What We Offer
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Attractive compensation that is aligned to the specialist nature and impact of the role.
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Flexible working arrangements.
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A safety-focused and inclusive working environment.
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Career development to further your ambitions.
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Ongoing individual wellbeing support.
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Flexible working arrangements.
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Be part of Rio Tinto’s global Modern ERP transformation, contributing directly to one of the organisation’s most significant multi‑year programs.
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High‑impact contract role where your expertise helps shape the future of Planning & Reporting across a global enterprise.
Where You’ll Be Working
You’ll join the Modern ERP Program within our Group Finance function — a multi‑disciplinary team bringing together technology, process, data and change specialists to reshape how work happens across Rio Tinto. We’re modernising a 20‑year‑old ERP system and redesigning core business processes to improve safety, efficiency and innovation.
This work will make it easier for people across our global operations to spend less time on transactional tasks and more time on the work that really matters. By simplifying and digitising how the organisation runs, the Modern ERP Program is creating the foundation for future productivity gains, smarter decision‑making and AI‑enabled transformation across the business
This role is not being represented by recruitment agencies.
Application submissions will close on 17/03/2026. We encourage early applications, as the role may be filled prior to the closing date.
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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.
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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.
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Take your leadership career to the next level.
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.
Take a look at Katie’s career journey
- 2022 - PresentManager Projects - Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler - 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
Working at Rio Tinto
Help us deliver the materials that make human progress possible.
The plane you’re flying in just landed. You fire up your phone and get your laptop out of the overhead bin. Immediately, you’re in work mode – thousands of miles from your office. Do you ever stop to think about all the materials that make life in the 21st century possible? At Rio Tinto, we discover, develop and deliver the materials that drive human progress. When you work with us, you’ll experience advantages you won’t find anywhere else.
Our application process
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Apply
The first thing you’ll need to do is apply to the role. You can do this with your LinkedIn profile or you can upload your resume. We’ll also ask you to complete a few questions before you submit your application.
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Undergo assessments
Our assessments are designed to help us work out whether you are suitable for the role. We will let you know which ones you’ll need to complete.
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Interview(s)
Our interviews could be in person or online. It’s a great opportunity for us to get to know you a bit better, answer any of your questions and talk about the exciting career opportunity you have applied for.
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Offers and checks
At this stage, we will let you know if you have been successful. If you have been, we’ll need to conduct a couple of checks, such as a background or security check. You may also need to do a medical assessment depending on the role you have applied for.
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Join the Rio Tinto team
Once the checks have been completed, we’ll be in touch to talk with you about your start date and answer any questions you may have before you start with us.