2025 Work Experience Programme (Females P1 P2) – Richards Bay Minerals
The primary goal of the P1/P2 Work Experience Program is to empower Female learners by providing on-the-job training necessary to complete their current University of Technology qualifications and pursue careers in the mining and minerals sector. Learners from Universities of Technology will be placed at Richards Bay Minerals, where they will participate in a structured workplace-based learning program aligned with the requirements for graduation.
The following P1 P2 opportunities are available:
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering (Mineral Processing)
- Operations Management
Minimum Requirements:
- Unemployed Female South African citizen
- Currently a student with the University of Technology qualifying for P1P2
- Grade 12 with Mathematics Pure and Physical Science
- National Driver ’s License or Learner’s License
- Must not have undergone Work Experience (P1/P2 or Vacation Work) before, whether MQA funded, or company funded.
- P1 P2 must be a requirement in order to graduate
- We strongly encourage students with disabilities to apply
Your application should include the following documents:
- Attach curriculum Vitae
- Attach a stamped letter from University of Technology stating P1 P2 Requirement (Minimum 12 months)
- Attach certified copies of Matric certificate, (not older than 3 months date of certification)
- Attach certified copy of your South African Identity document (not older than 3 months date of certification)
- Attach certified copy of your Driver’s License or Learner’s License (not older than 3 months date of certification)
Applications for our 2025 Work Experience Programme closes on 06 February 2025
Only online applications will be considered, failure to provide any of the required documents will result in an automatic regret of your application, please follow the below steps to apply. Preference will be given to, Females and persons with disabilities.
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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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.
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- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
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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
01
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.
02
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.
03
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.
04
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.