Rio Tinto Apprenticeship Intake 2026 – Fly In-Fly Out Opportunities

We encourage Indigenous Peoples and women to apply, as we advance our business to more accurately reflect the world around us.

• Complete a four-year Apprenticeship with a global leader and set yourself up for success into the future.

• Our friendly teams look after each other because your safety and wellbeing are always our priority.

• Learn and develop your skills at our world class operations.

• Fly in-Fly Out opportunities – From Perth, Busselton, Albany, Broome, or Geraldton

About the Roles

We are looking for talented people who are eager to join our company in February 2026 to learn and develop through our unique Apprenticeship Program. Our exciting program aims to cultivate skills through specially designed learning pathways which include both on and off the job training, with program participants having access to world leading technology and industry leaders.

During the program you will work towards a nationally recognised qualification, whilst receiving on-going support from Supervisors, Tradespeople, Talent Development Advisors, and Indigenous Support Officers to ensure you are set up for success, establishing a long-term career within our business.

If you are passionate about learning, excited to be at the forefront of innovation, and want to shape the future for our communities and beyond, then discover a career with Rio Tinto through our Apprenticeship Program.

Roles are for applicants currently residing in Western Australia. Rio Tinto offers Fly in and fly out options from Perth or from one of our regional FIFO hubs.

To be eligible for this opportunity you must:

• Have the right to work in Australia.

• Hold a current C class manual drivers’ licence with a minimum of red ‘P’ plates by 1 Feb 2026.

• Be 18 years or older from the 1st of February 2026.

• Ideally have completed a Pre-App in your choice of discipline.

What we offer

Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking, your hard work and go home knowing you have helped the world progress.

• An opportunity to be part of the world’s largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets.

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.

• Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions.

• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto

• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program.

• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family.

• Attractive share ownership plan

• Company provided insurance cover.

• Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options.

• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support

• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)

• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)

We offer a range of apprenticeship opportunities which include:

• Automotive Electrician – Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
  Automotive electricians specialise in repairing, servicing, and installing electrical systems, ensuring critical mobile equipment like our giant haul trucks can keep running to transport iron ore – FIFO from Perth, Busselton, Broome and Geraldton.

• Heavy Duty Diesel Fitter (Heavy Mobile Equipment) – Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
  Heavy duty diesel fitters are part of the Mobile Equipment Maintenance team and work on the big equipment like haul trucks, diggers and more. They learn diagnostic, fault-finding and repairing techniques to prolong the life of Rio Tinto’s important mobile assets – FIFO from Perth, Albany, Busselton, Broome, or Geraldton. 

• Electrician (Fixed Plant & Utilities) – Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
  Electricians are integral in keeping our plants running, our workshops powered and our camps comfortable, by installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical equipment and systems – FIFO from Perth, Albany, Busselton, Broome, or Geraldton. 

• Mechanical Fitter (Fixed Plant) – Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade. Mechanical fitters work on equipment that is fixed to the ground such as crushers, conveyors, and reclaimers. Our fixed plant equipment is vital for supporting the processing, transporting, and loading of our iron ore across our operations – FIFO from Perth, Busselton or Geraldton only.

Our Process:

Step one: Select your role preference and make sure it matches your current location. Apply and complete all application questions.

Step two: Once you have submitted your application, please complete this online form: https://forms.office.com/r/Qr8QZNzG0k?origin=lprLink. Completing this form is mandatory to ensure you are considered for the program.

Step three: On successful selection you will be required to complete an on-line assessment. Please ensure you access your emails (including spam folder) regularly, to avoid disappointment and complete these assessments within the allocated time frames given.

Step four: Selected candidates will be contacted by a Recruitment Team member who will validate your application and invite you to a Recruitment Day to meet with the Hiring Leaders and be assessed for the role you have chosen. Successful candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Medical, which includes a drug and alcohol test as well as additional background and licence checks.

Applications from existing Rio Tinto employees need to apply via the internal careers page only.

Positions are for applicants currently residing in Western Australia. Rio Tinto offers Fly-In, Fly-Out options from Perth and our regional FIFO hubs in Albany, Busselton, Geraldton, and Broome.

In Closing

Applications will close on Sunday the 10th of August 2025 and applications will not be accepted after this date. If you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where we empower and challenge you to grow, learn and develop, then apply today!

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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.

Every Voice Matters

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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