Manager HSE | Invercargill, New Zealand
- Lead HSE outcomes at a flagship aluminium operation, influencing safety performance and culture at NZAS (Tiwai Point)
- Shape and strengthen a high-performing safety culture, partnering closely with operational leaders across a complex industrial environment
- Enjoy a sought-after South Island lifestyle, with affordable living, short commutes and world-class nature on your doorstep
- Join a global leader with genuine career pathways, where your impact is recognised and your development is supported
About the role
All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.
As a Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Leader, you will play a critical role in driving a safe, compliant and high-performing operation across your region of accountability. You will lead the delivery of HSE systems, processes and programs that effectively manage risk, enhance capability and support continuous improvement.
Reporting into senior leadership, you will influence across the business and lead a team to embed a strong safety culture aligned to Rio Tinto’s values and standards.
What you’ll bring
- Demonstrated experience leading HSE functions in complex operational or industrial environments
- Strong knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation and regulatory requirements
- Proven ability to implement HSE systems, policies and procedures that drive compliance and performance
- Experience analysing incidents, identifying trends and implementing improvements to prevent recurrence
- Strong leadership capability, with experience developing and coaching teams
- Ability to influence, engage and build trusted relationships with stakeholders across all levels
- A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on risk management and operational excellence
What we offer
- A leadership role with the opportunity to influence safety outcomes at scale
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives
- Career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation
- A strong focus on safety, wellbeing and inclusion
- Access to industry-leading training, tools and systems
- Flexible work options and a supportive team environment
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, aluminium, copper, diamonds and other minerals and materials needed for the global energy transition and sustainable development.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We believe diversity strengthens our teams and drives better outcomes.
Where you’ll be working
This role is based in Invercargill, New Zealand, supporting operations at New Zealand Aluminium Smelters (NZAS) at Tiwai Point.
Located at the southern tip of the South Island, Invercargill offers an exceptional lifestyle with easy access to some of New Zealand’s most stunning natural environments, including Fiordland, Stewart Island and the Catlins. With affordable living, short commutes and a strong sense of community, it’s an ideal location for those seeking both career opportunity and lifestyle balance.
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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 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 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.
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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
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
- 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.
Working in one of our function’s teams
We supply the materials that drive human progress. You make it all possible.
With business operations that stretch from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Perth, Western Australia, we have exciting opportunities in virtually every discipline imaginable. From HR to marketing, finance to technology, infrastructure to supply chain, and much more, the opportunities are endless. Join us and enjoy:
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.