Supervisor Operations Centre

Supervisor Operations Centre | Expression of Interest – Building our pipeline of talent

• Be part of Brisbane’s Integrated Operations Centre
• Work with the latest technology in a hands on role.
• 4, 5, 5 Day/Night shift even time lifestyle roster
   

About the role
 

All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.
 

We are looking for a Supervisor – Operations Centre to lead a team of plant controllers, mine controllers and critical asset monitoring to support our bauxite mines in Weipa and Gove to safely achieve mining targets efficiently and effectively.
 

This is a great opportunity to draw on your expertise in leading and mentoring an operations centre control team and be a key influencer in shaping the Brisbane IOC for success. You will need to be a self-starter who thrives on achieving goals, immediate feedback and continued self-improvement and can work calmly and independently under pressure.
 

Leading on the frontline is one of the most important jobs in our business and comes with a huge amount of responsibility. We need you to motivate, inspire and keep your people safe and well.
 

Reporting to the Superintendent Operations Centre and working in a challenging and exciting environment, you will be:

• Leading a team of plant and mine controllers and analysts to safely deliver the required tonnes and quality while considering changing priorities and conditions, mine haul lengths and equipment availability;
• Coordinating short term interval control of the bauxite value chain from mine pit to port, working closely with operational and commercial peers to resolve process bottle necks, ensure conformance to plan and maximise value in real time;
• Exercising critical problem-solving skills, ensuring downstream impact focus allowing maximise customer sentiment and internal value
• Oversee the safe and effective operation of the beneficiary and crushing circuits, supporting the OC Plant Controllers and Ship Loading teams
• Ensuring the remote monitoring and control of essential utilities and non-process infrastructure;
• Championing the optimisation of automated processes to derive value throughout the supply chain
• Driving continuous improvement within the Operations Centre across all operations;
• Build process and systems to run the bauxite mines as an integrated system;
• Support the future growth of the Brisbane Operations Centre.
   

What you will bring

• Previous leadership experience ideally within an operations centre environment or operational is highly desired;
• A high level of computer literacy and excellent verbal communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities calmly and professionally;
• Passion for continuous improvement and data driven decision making;
• Live within 45 minutes commuting distance from Brisbane CBD (All candidates must undergo a fatigue management risk assessment plan which includes travel from home to work)
   

What we offer

• A safety-focused and inclusive working environment
• A competitive salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP)
• Access to top tier family-friendly health and medical programs
• A comprehensive leave policy that covers all moments that matter in life (vacation/annual, paid parental leave, short term sick leave, paid holidays)
• Ongoing individual wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matters
• Generous Rio Tinto employee share program

#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.

R47629