Advisor Environment | Weipa
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Global mining and mineral processing organisation with an exceptional safety culture
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Competitive salary and benefits
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Supporting Amrun Operations | Residential in Weipa, QLD
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Permanent Full Time | Mon to Friday – 9-day fortnight
About the role
Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.
We are looking for a site-based Environment Advisor to join our HSE team at Rio Tinto Weipa.
In this role you will partner with site operations and other service function professionals to champion Environmental, Safety and Health performance. This is a great opportunity for an Environmental Advisor who strives for excellence and enjoys working on both core functions and dynamic project work.
We are an open, connected global team that includes some of the industry’s best professionals and developing talent. We offer competitive, performance-based remuneration and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. With a global reach, the opportunities to develop and grow your career are broad and exciting.
Reporting to the Superintendent Environment, and working as part of a team of environmental professionals, you will be:
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Partnering with operations and maintenance teams and stakeholders to support environmental risk management & reduction.
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Implementing and verifying the business’ Integrated Environmental Management System alongside other Rio Systems.
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Compliance activities including inspections, reporting, data collection, and documentation
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Managing a range of environmental issues, for example: water quality management, contaminated land and waste management, marine environment and dredging impacts, air emissions and extraction.
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Project management of contractors and consultants providing environmental services.
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Providing environmental advice in the interpretation of legislation, acts and regulations.
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Preparing and submitting compliance and investigation assessment reports in association with our licence to operate.
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Collating, reviewing and interpreting data for internal Rio Tinto and statutory reporting purposes.
What you’ll bring
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A Bachelor’s degree in an Environmental (or related discipline) is highly desirable or 5+ years practical experience with knowledge of key concepts theories and practices related to environmental aspects & impacts, risk management, State and Federal Legislation and integrated environmental management systems.
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Knowledge of Management Systems ISO 14000:1 and the Queensland Environment regulatory framework.
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Relevant industry (large scale mineral processing or chemical manufacturing) or mining experience.
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Demonstrated experience in executing work with a strong attitude towards environmental, health & safety improvement.
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Excellent communication and partnering skills with the ability to work both independently & as part of a multidisciplinary.
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Resilience and a dynamic approach to problem solving.
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Experience with GIS systems to support environmental data analysis and spatial reporting is advantageous
What we offer
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A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.
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A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program.
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Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance & access to health and medical wellbeing support for employees and immediate family.
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Attractive share ownership plan.
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Company provided insurance cover.
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Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options.
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Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions.
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Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
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Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more); and
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Relocation packages where suitable for Australian based citizens only
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 and meet opportunities.
Where you’ll be working
Rio Tinto Weipa is located 900km north-west of Cairns on the Gulf of Carpentaria and has been operating for over 50 years. Over the years, it has developed into a vibrant and diverse cultural hub of the Western Cape. Weipa offers a coastal community rich in geographical beauty and cultural heritage that provides families with opportunities to participate in leisure activities, sports and community events. With a strong sense of community, the region has plenty of natural beauty to offer including the opportunities for boating, fishing, camping and exploring.
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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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Llevamos 150 años dedicados a la minería y trabajamos con conocimientos acumulados a lo largo de generaciones y continentes. Nuestro propósito es encontrar mejores formas de proporcionar los materiales que el mundo necesita, esforzándonos por innovar y mejorar continuamente para producir materiales con bajas emisiones y según las normas medioambientales, sociales y de gobernanza adecuadas. Pero no podemos hacerlo solos, así que nos centramos en crear asociaciones para resolver problemas, crear situaciones beneficiosas para todos y aprovechar las oportunidades.
En Rio Tinto, acogemos con especial agrado y alentamos las solicitudes de los pueblos indígenas, las mujeres, la comunidad LGBTQIA+, los trabajadores maduros, las personas con discapacidad y las personas de diferentes orígenes culturales.
Estamos comprometidos con un ambiente inclusivo donde las personas se sientan cómodas siendo ellas mismas. Queremos que nuestra gente sienta que se escuchan todas las voces, que se respetan todas las culturas y que la variedad de perspectivas no sólo es bienvenida, sino que es esencial para nuestro éxito. Nos tratamos unos a otros con justicia y dignidad, independientemente de la raza, el sexo, la nacionalidad, el origen étnico, la religión, la edad, la orientación sexual o cualquier otra cosa que nos haga serquienes somos.
Inicie su aplicación
Lleva tu carrera en liderazgo al siguiente nivel.
¿Adónde puedes llegar con Rio Tinto?
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- Nov 2020 – Feb 2022Superintendente Centro de OperacionesBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Abril 2015 – Nov 2020Gerente Adjunto CanterasPilbara, Australia Occidental
- Mar 2018 – Nov 2018Supervisor de DesarrolloPilbara, Australia Occidental
- Mar 2017 – Mar 2018Ingeniero Superior de Perforación, Voladura y TopografíaPilbara, Australia Occidental
- Oct 2016 – Mar 2017Ingeniero de ProducciónPilbara, Australia Occidental
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- Enero 2012 – Mar 2014Graduado en Ingeniería en MinasPilbara, Australia Occidental
Trabajar en Rio Tinto
Ayúdanos a aportar los materiales que hacen posible el progreso humano.
El avión en el que vas acaba de aterrizar. Enciendes el móvil y sacas el portátil del compartimento superior. Inmediatamente te pones a trabajar, a miles de kilómetros de tu oficina. ¿Alguna vez te has detenido a pensar en todos los materiales que hacen posible la vida en el siglo XXI? En Río Tinto descubrimos, desarrollamos y aportamos los materiales que impulsan el progreso humano. Cuando trabajas con nosotros, vivirás ventajas que no encontrarás en ningún otro lugar.
Trabajar con uno de nuestros equipos de funciones
Aportamos los materiales que impulsan el progreso humano. Tú haces todo posible
Con operaciones empresariales desde Vancouver, en Columbia Británica, hasta Perth, Australia Occidental, tenemos oportunidades interesantes virtualmente en cada disciplina imaginable. De Recursos Humanos a marketing, de finanzas a tecnología, de infraestructura a cadena de suministro, y mucho más, las oportunidades no tienen fin. Súmate para disfrutar lo que te podemos brindar.
Nuestro proceso de solicitud
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Postularse
El primer paso es postularse para el rol. Puedes presentarte con tu perfil de LinkedIn o subir tu currículo. También pediremos que respondas algunas preguntas antes de enviar tu solicitud.
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Pasar evaluaciones
Nuestras evaluaciones están diseñadas para ayudarnos a determinar si eres compatible para el puesto. Te haremos saber cuáles tendrás que completar.
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Entrevista
La entrevista se podrá realizar en persona o en línea. Es la oportunidad perfecta para conocerte mejor, responder a tus preguntas y conversar de la emocionante oportunidad profesional que has solicitado.
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Ofertas y controles
En esta fase, te comunicaremos si te hemos seleccionado, en cuyo caso será necesario realizar un par de controles, como una verificación de antecedentes o de seguridad. Es posible que tengas que someterte a una evaluación médica, dependiendo del puesto solicitado.
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Integración al equipo Rio Tinto
Una vez completados las verificaciones, nos comunicaremos para definir la fecha de inicio y responder a cualquier pregunta que puedas tener antes de unirte a nuestro equipo.



















