Principal Advisor Safety Communications

An inclusive environment for all
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees feel comfortable being themselves. We also want everyone to feel that their voices matter, that all cultures are respected, and that perspectives, as diverse as they are, are not only welcome, but essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity, regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation or any other distinguishing aspect.

At Rio Tinto, we welcome and encourage applications from women, older workers, persons with disabilities and representatives from diverse backgrounds.

Everyone is different, and we believe that these differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences, and perspectives within our team enhances the way we work and our ability to succeed together.

The Principal Advisor, Safety Communications is responsible for leading the development and implementation of SimFer's safety communications strategy, ensuring safety messages, campaigns and engagement activities support the delivery of a strong safety culture and improved safety outcomes across the organisation.

Working closely with HSE, Operations, Training and HR, Projects, frontline leaders and contractors, the role translates safety priorities and approaches into clear, practical and impactful communications solutions that drive understanding, behavioural change and operational discipline. The role plays a critical part in supporting SimFer's transition from construction to operations by simplifying safety messaging, strengthening leadership communication and embedding a culture where safety is owned by everyone.

Reporting to the General Manager, Communications, the role holder will:

– Develop and maintain a comprehensive and overarching safety communications strategy and delivery plan including clear frameworks and standardization across the business to support the delivery of SimFer’s safety approaches and drive shared communication language and culture.

– Drive a cutting edge focus on the use of technology, and innovation including effective use of AI alongside traditional communications and behavioural influence techniques.

– Ensure safety communications are aligned with business safety priorities, critical risk management requirements and operational readiness objectives.

– Lead the evolution and implementation of the Amafènè safety culture development.

– Support the design and delivery of a safety recognition programme that reinforces desired safety behaviours.

– Create and oversee high-quality communications materials including safety pauses, banners and incident learning materials, leadership toolkits, briefing packs, presentations, videos, digital content, pre-start materials and operational communications.

– Ensure safety communications are tailored to varied workforce groups, languages, literacy levels and cultural contexts while integrating Rio Tinto standards and best practice.

– Provide strategic communications advice to HSE and operational leadership on safety culture, behavioural change and workforce engagement.

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in HSE, Communications, Sociology, Community Development or other applicable program.
• Have at least 10 years' direct or combined experience in HSE, Communications, HR or Community Relations.
• Experience working in industrial, mining, construction, energy or similarly complex operating environments.
• Experience in developing communication strategies that support organisational change and operational performance in complex environments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills across leadership and frontline audiences – ability to work well in cross-cultural, international and developing environments.
• Have a positive attitude and an engaging approach to working in a challenging and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills and creative abilities with an open-minded and innovative approach to delivering tangible outcomes.
• Digital communication production abilities is a plus.
• Understanding of critical risk management/fatality prevention and operational safety systems is strongly desired.
• French or Mandarin fluency is a plus.

What we offer

Get recognition for your contributions, your ability to think, your hard work, and the satisfaction of knowing that you have helped the world move forward.

• Work environment where safety is always the top priority
• Competitive base salary based on your skills and experience
• Annual cash incentives for eligible employees
• Career development opportunities and training assistance to achieve your aspirations • Access to family-friendly health programs, top-notch retirement and savings plans
• Wellness benefits
• Rio Tinto's generous employee stock ownership plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• One-on-one wellness support (personal and professional matters) for you and your family
• Comprehensive leave policy covering all important life moments (vacation/annual, paid parental leave, etc.)  
   

About the Simandou Project
The Simandou Iron Ore Project is located in the Republic of Guinea, West Africa. It is Africa’s largest infrastructure and mining project and represents one of the largest known reserves of high-grade iron ore in the world.

Rio Tinto holds rights to Simandou Blocks 3 and 4 through SimFer, a joint venture between the Government of the Republic of Guinea, Rio Tinto and Chalco Iron Ore Holdings (CIOH). Construction of the mine, together with the associated rail and port infrastructure, is well underway with first production from the SimFer mine expected in 2025.

About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a global leader in the mining and materials companies. We are established in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and the prosperity of people, communities, and nations. We have been in business for 150 years, drawing on knowledge accumulated over generations and on different continents. Our mission – to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs – guides us in our quest for innovation and continuous improvement, with the goal of making products that are low in emissions and meet the right environmental, social and governance standards. But because we can't do it alone, we focus on creating partnerships that allow us to solve problems, create mutually beneficial situations and seize opportunities.

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