Engineer Rail Infrastructure

Track Engineer | Asset Management Supply Chain Services – Rail Infrastructure | Perth

• Perth based role – Central Park

• Flexible work arrangements available

• Exclusive employee benefits (Annual incentive program, health insurance, share scheme, wellbeing subsidy and discounts on banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more) 

• Cross discipline career development opportunities with a global mining company

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.

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

Rio Tinto’s Asset Management Supply Chain Services Division is looking for a Track Engineer to provide Rail Infrastructure technical support across the rail division including contribution to engineering standards ensuring safe, cost effective and reliable design and installations are implemented and maintained.

Reporting to the Superintendent of Engineering – Asset Management, you will be responsible for:

• Support and monitor the rollout and ongoing use of asset management systems across the business

• Identify and drive improvements by gathering and analysing stakeholder feedback on asset management processes

• Collaborate with Business Units and Sites to embed and sustain asset management practices

• Provide technical support for smaller-scale projects and operational/maintenance activities

• Collect and interpret data from various monitoring sources to assess asset health and risk at a basic level

• Ensure compliance with Group engineering and performance standards through monitoring and support

• Help maximise asset value through effective operational management, lifecycle planning, modelling, forecasting, and strategic portfolio activities

What you’ll bring

To be considered for this role, we are looking for candidates who bring :

• A deep understanding of core engineering principles and their practical application

• Growing expertise in asset management and project management methodologies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams

• Hands-on experience working with relevant asset classes in operational environments

• A recognised Engineering degree qualification

• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng – Engineers Australia) accreditation, or a commitment and ability to attain it

• A C Class Manual drivers’ licence

Additional skills/experience that will be considered favorable but not essential:

• Expertise in application of track engineering principles

• An ability to convert technical knowledge into practical instruction

• Working knowledge of asset management principles

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Understanding of project management principles

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficient in root cause and problem-solving techniques

• Exposure to a similar role in the rail industry

• Ability to work in a team and safety conscious environment

We are an open, connected global team. We offer competitive, performance-focused remuneration and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. With a global reach, the opportunities to develop and grow your career are broad and exciting.

If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn't align 100%, we still want to hear from you.

Rio Tinto is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply.

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, personal & cultural leave)

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

• Possible domestic relocation assistance

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

• Indigenous leadership programmes across some professional and operational roles to ensure that we are developing Indigenous Leaders

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. There will be the opportunity for some Pilbara site travel from time to time, however this will be performed on an ad-hoc basis.

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we own a world-class, integrated network of 17 mines, four independent port terminals, a rail network spanning nearly 2,000 kilometres and related infrastructure – all designed to respond rapidly to changes in demand. We are one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of iron ore.

Our privately owned and operated rail network is an essential part of our integrated production process and services our 16 mines across the Pilbara via almost 2,000 km of track. With rail depots located at Tom Price, Cape Lambert and Dampier (7 Mile), most trains are autonomously operated and typically comprise three locomotives and 240 ore cars stretching to approximately 2.4 kilometres in length. We are also applying and adapting technology to improve safety and productivity across our rail network.

Who we are 

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 and meet opportunities.

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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.

Respect and Inclusion

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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