Supervisor IOps

Great leaders inspire through trust, curiosity, and empathy. We are looking for someone who embodies these qualities. Leading with care, fostering open communication, and creating a positive, high-performing team culture.

• Be part of a team that prioritises safety and values inclusion

• Perth-based role in our state-of-the-art Operations Centre near Perth Airport

• Family-friendly roster: 3 days on, 3 nights on, 6 days off working 12.5-hour shifts

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

• Join an inspiring leadership group who are committed to your growth and development

• An opportunity to be on the frontline leading a high performing team that is critical to the success in maintaining consistent implementation and delivery of the Iron Ore strategy into the future at the Operations Centre

Where we’re all welcome

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 a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but 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.

At Rio Tinto, we 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.

About the role

Our state-of-the-art Operations Centre (OC) located near the Perth domestic airport is a key component of our Mine of the Future™ vision. The OC control room operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to coordinate our integrated network of mines, rail, power and ports. It enables all our mines, ports and rail systems to be operated from a single location, optimising site activities from 1,500km away.

We're looking for a Supervisor- Operations Port Control to lead a highly engaged team and controllers in the remote operation and optimisation of assets for our Iron Ore Operations.

This role will see you working closely across a large and diverse stakeholder group consisting of both operational and functional leaders and you’ll need to utilise your outstanding ability to partner with other areas of our networked organisation to influence positive outcomes for the business.

You will be utilising cutting edge technology to drive production performance, productivity improvements and assist in building a highly productive and predictable organisation. You'll operate in-line with business priorities (safety, people, production, cash and partnership) while being supported in developing and implementing key productivity improvements to drive operational efficiency. Building and developing our people capability will also continue to be a strong focus for our leaders.

If you love genuine challenge in your work, thrive in working with a diverse range of stakeholders, and relish devising new ways to tackle problems, this role will not disappoint! 

About you.

The vision of joining our team should excite you, and you’re highly motivated to unlock the next level of productivity initiatives. Seeking out opportunities to innovate and be strategic should come naturally.

We’re looking for someone who can positively influence the behaviours of those around them, and effectively collaborate with a diverse stakeholder group. We want you to want to make a difference. We want your energy, your fresh ideas and perspective. We're looking for someone who is results driven with a genuine passion for providing authentic and positive people leadership.

Where you will be working

Our state-of-the-art Operations Centre (OC) located near the Perth domestic airport, is a key component of our Mine of the Future™ vision. The OC control room operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to coordinate our integrated network of mines, rail, power and ports. It enables all our mines, ports and rail systems to be operated from a single location, optimising site activities from 1,500km away.

Rio Tinto operates the world's largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets with industry-leading margins. Our premium product suite, including our flagship Pilbara blend, drives strong customer relationships and is supported by technical and commercial marketing expertise. The iron ore business continues to be the world's largest autonomous truck operator and a proud leader in automated mining technologies.

What we offer

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

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

• 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

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

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

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

• To better suit different family needs, our paid parental leave approach gives all parents the option to take 18 weeks of paid leave after a new child arrives – at a time that suits them 

• Exclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more,

• Full relocation provided to Western Australia from elsewhere in Australia

We are committed to elevating Indigenous voices and increasing cultural knowledge in our business. Diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together. To help you on your journey with us, you’ll also have access to:

• Specialist Indigenous Support Advisors are always there for our Indigenous employees and available to support through any aspect of your employment

• Dedicated Indigenous Talent Programme for our Operators and Tradespersons and entry level operational roles. This programme is designed to create long term sustainable careers for our Indigenous Employees to grow into leadership or technical pathways to ensure you have every opportunity to grow your career.

• Indigenous leadership programmes across some professional and operational roles to ensure that we are developing Indigenous Leaders.In addition to paying competitively and providing great benefits packages, we want you to live the lifestyle that is right for you and your family. And because of our size and scale, there are many opportunities to learn, grow and do more than you ever thought possible.

Every hour of every shift, your safety and wellbeing is our number one priority. We do the work only if it is safe, and we invest to make sure every member of the team has the quality tools they need to do their job.

Applications for this role will close on 2/09/2025, however we do reserve the right to close the role earlier than stated. 

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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