Advisor: Business Improvement
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Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion.
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Join an encouraging leadership group, committed to your growth and development.
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Based in Richard’s Bay, South Africa.
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About the role
Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.
We are looking for an Advisor: Business Improvement to provide support, training and coaching in the embedding of business improvement initiatives and Lean culture. Participates in six sigma breakthrough projects for a division, site or function.
Reporting to the Principal Advisor: Operations Excellence and working in a collaborative community within the Business Improvement team, you will:
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Support the operational team, in designated areas, with identifying, planning, and implementing process improvements that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency.
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Assist in the development and deployment of business improvement method and tools, in line with the organization’s vision of becoming The Best Operator.
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Participate and lead audits of Rio Tinto Safe Production System best practices, improvement/LEAN adoption across the business.
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Interface with various departments on Information Centers, 5S boards, and other business improvement activities.
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Support compliance with standardise processes, systems, and tools.
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Identify opportunities for improvement projects and support/develop effective project scopes.
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Develop and maintain effective relationships with leaders and employees.
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Provide technical support to project stakeholders.
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Deliver training for business improvement tools and methodologies using training standards and material.
What you’ll bring
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A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
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A Degree, preferably in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Engineering, or Business Administration.
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At least 5 years of relevant heavy industry and lean implementation experience.
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Excellent analytical skills with focus on problem solving.
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Strong written and oral communication skills.
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Strong teaching, coaching, and mentoring skills.
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Ability to thrive in a challenging work environment to consistently deliver quality service to the organization.
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Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
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This role requires a strong analytical mindset, a passion for problem-solving, exceptional facilitation skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams toward achieving sustainable improvements.
Your application should include the following:
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Updated Curriculum Vitae with copies of Qualifications, Identity document and Driver’s License
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Acceptance into the position is dependent on a successful interview and assessment.
Only online applications will be considered, failure to provide any of the required documents will result in an automatic regret of your application.
(Please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered)
What we offer
Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.
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A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.
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Career development & education assistance to further your ambitions.
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Wellbeing benefits.
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Ongoing individual wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matters.
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
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 and/ or anything else that makes us different.
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Women, the LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disabilities (PWD) 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 teams enhance our way of working and our ability to achieve success together
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Take your leadership career to the next level.
Where can Rio Tinto take you?
You’re passionate and ambitious with tremendous career aspirations. The breadth and growth of our organisation empowers you to define your ideal career path.
Take a look at Katie’s career journey
- 2022 - PresentManager Projects - Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler - 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
Working at Rio Tinto
Help us deliver the materials that make human progress possible.
The plane you’re flying in just landed. You fire up your phone and get your laptop out of the overhead bin. Immediately, you’re in work mode – thousands of miles from your office. Do you ever stop to think about all the materials that make life in the 21st century possible? At Rio Tinto, we discover, develop and deliver the materials that drive human progress. When you work with us, you’ll experience advantages you won’t find anywhere else.
Our application process
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Apply
The first thing you’ll need to do is apply to the role. You can do this with your LinkedIn profile or you can upload your resume. We’ll also ask you to complete a few questions before you submit your application.
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Undergo assessments
Our assessments are designed to help us work out whether you are suitable for the role. We will let you know which ones you’ll need to complete.
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Interview(s)
Our interviews could be in person or online. It’s a great opportunity for us to get to know you a bit better, answer any of your questions and talk about the exciting career opportunity you have applied for.
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Offers and checks
At this stage, we will let you know if you have been successful. If you have been, we’ll need to conduct a couple of checks, such as a background or security check. You may also need to do a medical assessment depending on the role you have applied for.
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Join the Rio Tinto team
Once the checks have been completed, we’ll be in touch to talk with you about your start date and answer any questions you may have before you start with us.