Senior Manager Quality Assurance
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Quality management exposure to a global portfolio of mega projects that span all of Rio Tinto’s product groups
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An opportunity to apply your quality management, functional and project skills to influence the engineering, fabrication, construction and commissioning outcomes of large mining projects
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Act as a role model within a high performing and autonomous values-based Owner’s project management group
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A permanent opportunity with a leadership development pathway, to be based at one of Rio Tinto’s hub locations in Perth, Brisbane or Salt Lake City
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager – Quality Assurance, with major project experience, to join our global business. The Senior Manager will be able to leverage their hard-earned project delivery experience, to support RT Projects’ global portfolio. The role is accountable for the quality function within RT Projects including the provision of quality advice and quality management expertise to project teams, oversight of the RT Projects’ quality framework for delivering major projects, providing assurance reviews of the quality function on projects, managing centralised reporting of quality assurance activities and engagement with key stakeholders.
Reporting to the General Manager – Engineering Projects, this role is responsible for:
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Leading the development and implementation of quality management systems across our portfolio of capital projects
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Providing strategic direction and governance for quality assurance and control activities
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Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality standards are embedded from project initiation through to execution and close-out
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Direct and manage targeted quality assurance activities to ensure quality is delivered within the guidelines of RT Project’s quality framework and standards, enabling early identification of performance or process gaps and development of mitigation plans in conjunction with the project team to ensure alignment
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Champion continuous improvement initiatives and lessons learned programs
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Mentor and support project quality leads across multiple sites and disciplines
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Interface with external contractors and vendors to ensure quality expectations are met
What you will bring:
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20+ years’ experience in quality management, and more recent leadership experience in large-scale infrastructure or mining projects
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A demonstrated track record of displaying innovative strategic planning and problem-solving capability across a broad portfolio of extractive industry projects
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Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and other relevant quality standards
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Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills
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An ability to self-motivate and design and build process and framework from inception
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Ability to influence and drive change in complex, matrixed environments and maintain a network of contacts across a global portfolio
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Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline
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Experience working in a centralised or corporate project delivery function
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A flexible approach that reflects the global nature of RT Projects’ portfolio of projects.
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A commitment to routine national and international travel
It will also be beneficial if you have:
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Completed further studies in engineering or project management
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Possess project experience with mining, mineral extraction or oil and gas industries
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Have had exposure to other project functions, with a clear understanding of roles within mega projects i.e. Project Controls, Contracts and Procurement, Estimating, Scheduling, Risk, Construction, Operational Readiness and Data Management.
What we offer
Be recognised 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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A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
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A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
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Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
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Attractive share ownership plan
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Company provided insurance cover
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Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options
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Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
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Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support
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Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
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Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
Where you’ll be working
This role can be based in Brisbane, Perth or Salt Lake City hubs.
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
Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.
Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information.
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Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, 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.
Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.
Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information.
Start your application
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.