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Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
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Permanent employment with a wide range of additional benefits
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Join an encouraging leadership group, committed to your growth and development
About the role
Finding better ways™ to provide the materials the world needs.
We are looking for Supervisors Drill & Blast to provide strong frontline leadership to our dynamic Drill & Blast teams, enabling safe, efficient and high‑quality execution of drilling and blasting activities across our operations.
This is a great opportunity for a people‑focused, safety‑driven leader to influence positive behaviours, drive performance and support the development of high‑performing operational teams.
Leading on the frontline is one of the most important roles in our business and comes with a high level of responsibility. You will motivate, inspire and keep your people safe and well, supported by our signature leadership development programmes and rosters designed to help you live the lifestyle that works for you and your family.
Opportunities are available for FIFO candidates based in Perth or regional hubs including Busselton, Albany, Geraldton and Broome, working across a combination of day and night shift rosters.
Reporting to the Superintendent Drill & Blast and working within a collaborative mine operations team, you will:
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Act as a visible safety leader, role‑modelling positive behaviours and promoting compliance with safety standards
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Coach, develop and performance‑manage Drill & Blast operators, including training, development and discipline
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Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing improvement opportunities using Rio Tinto best practices
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Supervise and coordinate drilling and blasting activities in line with fortnightly mine plans
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Conduct regular workplace inspections and on‑the‑job interactions to support safe and efficient work execution
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Ensure all activities comply with relevant statutory requirements, business standards and policies
What you’ll bring
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A strong commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
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Confidence and passion for leading, coaching and developing people
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Strong communication, collaboration and organisational skills
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Technical experience within surface Drill & Blast operations or similar
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Completion of the Statutory Supervisor Legal Exam
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A current and valid C Class manual driver’s licence
If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
What we offer
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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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Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience, with an 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 and company‑provided insurance cover
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Extensive salary sacrifice and salary packaging options
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Career development and education assistance to support your leadership or technical ambitions
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Ongoing access to family‑friendly health and wellbeing support
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Leave for all of life’s reasons, including annual, parental, personal and cultural leave
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Exclusive employee discounts across banking, accommodation, retail and more
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Potential domestic relocation assistance
Where you’ll be working
In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we operate a world‑class, integrated network of iron ore assets including multiple mines, port terminals and a rail network spanning thousands of kilometres. We are one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of iron ore, supporting global demand while creating long‑term value for our people and communities.
Applications close on 17th March 2026 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date.)
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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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.
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable being 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.
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
Take a look at Shona’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
- 2022 – PresentGeneral Manager Weipa OperationsWeipa, Far North Queensland, Australia
- 2020General Manager Bell Bay AluminiumLaunceston, Tasmania, Australia
- 2017Metal products DepartmentBoyne SmeltersGladstone, Queensland, Australia
- 2014Reduction line Manager – Boyne SmeltersGladstone, Queensland, Australia
- 2012Services department Manager Boyne SmeltersGladstone, Queensland, Australia
- 2011Manager Health, Safety, Environment and business improvement Boyne SmeltersGladstone, Queensland, Australia
- 2010Lean Six Sigma Black Belt – Boyne SmeltersGladstone, Queensland, Australia
- 2009Operations SuperintendentGladstone, Queensland, Australia
- 2005Operations SuperintendentLaunceston, Tasmania, Australia
- 2004Graduate EngineerLaunceston, Tasmania, 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.
Working in our Operations teams
The most important thing you’ll uncover is your own potential.
Working in Operations at Rio Tinto means you can make a hands-on difference in the discovery and delivery of the materials that make human progress possible. In return, we strive to help you achieve and even exceed your career goals. Join us and experience:
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.