Specialist Data Systems

Specialist Data Systems

• A great opportunity to be part of a multi-disciplinary geoscience team delivering the resources of the future
• Supportive team culture with a focus on people, capabilities, core work, business improvement, and partnerships
• Perth based role – Central Park, Perth CBD with the opportunity to establish a good work/life balance

Where we’re all welcome

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 who we are.

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 acknowledge that all people are different and believe that our differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together.

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for a Specialist Data Systems with experience in geoscience or systems administration with a passion for data to drive initiatives to improve data management systems and processes within Resource Development (RD) division of Rio Tinto Iron Ore.

You will possess a solid background in geoscience, with a strong interest in data, systems and technology. The systems currently managed within the Modelling & Data Systems team include custom mine geology software and grade control processes.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to utilise your experience to enhance the value of this critical data that we collect and manage.

Based in Perth with occasional site travel to the Pilbara, this role has the following key responsibilities:

• Use knowledge of RD division purpose and workflow to guide, and scope for new geological systems and modifications / refinement to existing systems
• Designing and deploying improved processes for data capture and management
• Build relationships and develop/maintain a communications framework across geoscience functions
• Maintain relationships and training with geoscience teams across RTIO through site visits to ensure system / practice alignment
• Assist design and execution of RD Data Management Strategy
• Develop close relationships with IST business partners and build support for RD’s digital transformation and modernisation
• Develop/use in depth understanding of geological planning, technical and field operations process, workflow, data usage and integration opportunities to support geoscience
• Interface with external system providers to maintain and enhance performance and user experience

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, evaluating and implementing improvement opportunities utilising a range of Rio Tinto best practices

We are an open, connected team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining. 

We have technical development programmes that are industry-leading and recognise the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A strong background in data and systems with the ability to work proactively
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• A desire and enthusiasm to get involved, and to have a go, supported by a “can-do” attitude
• A thorough understanding of mine geology and resource development processes from planning, drilling, data collection, interpretation, modelling & mining.
• Experience in using or supporting Geoscientific Data Management systems
• Excellent engagement skills and able to build relationships and collaborate with multiple stakeholders across a variety of locations
• Prior experience in geoscience operations or fieldwork is highly desirable

• In addition, you will have a passion for business improvement, innovation and technical excellence.

What we offer

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

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

• Flexible working from home arrangements as per operational requirements 
• 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 and salary packaging options
• Career development and 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, cultural leave)
• Exclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more.

Where you’ll be working

You and your team will be Perth based with opportunity to work flexibly from home combined with time in our Central Park offices. Our wider Geoscience team is spread across a combination of Perth and Pilbara Resource Development sites. 

This role is open to both full time and part time applicants. Some visits to Pilbara sites will be required: however, these can be accommodated on a very flexible basis.

About Rio Tinto

Every idea, every innovation, every little thing the world calls ‘progress’ begins with a first step, and someone willing to take it: explorers, inventors, entrepreneurs. Pioneers. For nearly 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers – generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress. 

Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium – the world’s first to be certified “responsible” – helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities, and our boron helps feed the world, and explore the universe. Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life. 

Applications close on 6th October 2024 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date).

This role is for applicants residing in or willing to permanently relocate to Western Australia.