An inclusive environment for all
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees feel comfortable being themselves. We also want everyone to feel that their voices matter, that all cultures are respected, and that perspectives, as diverse as they are, are not only welcome, but essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity, regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation or any other distinguishing aspect.
At Rio Tinto, we welcome and encourage applications from women, older workers, persons with disabilities and representatives from diverse backgrounds.
Everyone is different, and we believe that these differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences, and perspectives within our team enhances the way we work and our ability to succeed together.
Objectif principal du poste
- Gérer l’infrastructure ferroviaire afin d’atteindre les objectifs établis en matière de disponibilité, de sécurité, d’emploi local, de fiabilité et de performance des sous-traitants.
- Superviser tous les aspects de la maintenance des infrastructures (planification, gestion, exécution, etc.), y compris les entrepreneurs, le personnel de maintenance, les installations, les activités et les approvisionnements.
- Élaborer et gérer un programme de sécurité garantissant le maintien de normes élevées afin d’assurer la sécurité des opérations.
- Organiser et développer des programmes de formation afin de garantir l’aptitude et la compétence des employés dans l’exécution de leurs fonctions.
- Assurer des opérations efficaces et rentables.
- Veiller au respect des réglementations légales, des politiques internes, ainsi que des protocoles et procédures en vigueur.
- Élaborer des plans d’intervention d’urgence et participer aux enquêtes liées aux incidents ferroviaires ainsi qu’aux investigations qui en découlent.
Rôles, responsabilités et objectifs du Responsable Infrastructure
- Organiser et planifier les opérations courantes ainsi que les activités régulières de maintenance ferroviaire et des infrastructures, conformément aux plans de maintenance à long terme.
- Coordonner et déployer les différents équipements, véhicules et ressources humaines dédiés à la maintenance.
- Organiser et mettre en œuvre les programmes de maintenance des infrastructures ferroviaires.
- Organiser et mettre en œuvre les plans de travaux ferroviaires, informer les départements concernés en temps opportun et assurer le suivi coordonné des différentes procédures et processus de maintenance.
- Diriger et superviser les entreprises sous-traitantes ferroviaires afin de garantir l’exécution des travaux en stricte conformité avec les plans de maintenance définis.
- Organiser les évaluations trimestrielles, élaborer les rapports correspondants et les transmettre aux instances compétentes.
- Recevoir les orientations des différents départements techniques ferroviaires et coordonner la résolution rapide des problématiques de maintenance.
- Organiser des réunions quotidiennes et hebdomadaires afin d’analyser les performances et de résoudre les problèmes liés aux infrastructures.
- Assurer l’analyse statistique de l’exécution des programmes de maintenance quotidiens et mensuels.
- Assurer la collecte et la diffusion des informations relatives aux incidents de sécurité ainsi qu’aux interventions associées.
- Exécuter toute autre mission confiée par la hiérarchie.
Responsabilités détaillées
Opérations
- Assurer la maintenance des infrastructures, y compris le génie civil ferroviaire, les structures, les systèmes de communication et de signalisation, ainsi que les installations de bâtiments (électricité, etc.).
- Coordonner les équipes de planification intégrée afin de développer des plans opérationnels et des calendriers intégrés couvrant les opérations minières, ferroviaires, portuaires et maritimes.
- Gérer les collaborateurs, notamment en matière de recrutement, de formation, de développement et d’évaluation des performances.
- Travailler en étroite collaboration avec les autorités réglementaires afin de garantir la conformité aux normes de sécurité et d’exploitation.
Planification
- Assurer la planification stratégique et opérationnelle.
- Élaborer et gérer les budgets.
- Développer et mettre en œuvre des politiques visant à améliorer l’efficacité et la sécurité des opérations.
Gestion financière
- Évaluer les opérations et les projets avant tout engagement de ressources afin de garantir un retour financier positif.
- Veiller à ce que le département maintenance opère dans le respect des délégations financières et des budgets approuvés.
Relations avec les parties prenantes
- Maintenir des relations positives avec les parties prenantes, notamment les autorités réglementaires, les collectivités locales et les communautés riveraines.
- Collaborer avec les organisations et entités présentes le long du corridor ferroviaire.
Formation et qualifications
- Diplôme supérieur pertinent (ingénierie, gestion de projet, gestion des opérations ou domaine équivalent) ou expérience professionnelle comparable.
- Minimum de 10 années d’expérience pertinente dans l’exploitation et la maintenance ferroviaires.
Compétences et exigences
- Excellente maîtrise du français ; la connaissance de l’anglais et/ou du chinois constitue un atout.
- Expérience démontrée dans la gestion de chemins de fer lourds utilisant des systèmes de signalisation à cantonnement mobile ou ETCS Niveau 2 (signalisation embarquée).
- Expérience avérée dans la gestion de la maintenance ferroviaire au quotidien.
- Expérience en gestion d’équipes et en collaboration avec des comités de direction.
- Expérience dans la préparation et la présentation de rapports destinés à la haute direction.
- Solides capacités d’organisation et de planification dans un environnement à rythme soutenu.
- Excellente compréhension des opérations et exigences de maintenance ferroviaire.
- Expérience démontrée dans la conduite de projets complexes.
- Excellentes aptitudes à la résolution de problèmes et à la prise de décision.
- Excellentes compétences en communication et en gestion des parties prenantes.
- Capacité à collaborer efficacement avec différents types d’intervenants.
- Aptitude à gérer, mobiliser et influencer un large éventail de parties prenantes dans un environnement complexe et dynamique.
- Esprit d’initiative, orientation travail d’équipe et capacité à contribuer à l’atteinte des objectifs communs de l’organisation.
- Maîtrise de la suite Microsoft Office (Excel, Word et PowerPoint).
- Intégrité professionnelle irréprochable.
- Bonne condition physique et capacité à travailler en Guinée pendant toute la durée du contrat.
What we offer
Get recognition for your contributions, your ability to think, your hard work, and the satisfaction of knowing that you have helped the world move forward.
- Work environment where safety is always the top priority
- Competitive base salary based on your skills and experience
- Annual cash incentives for eligible employees
- Career development opportunities and training assistance to achieve your aspirations • Access to family-friendly health programs, top-notch retirement and savings plans
- Wellness benefits
- Rio Tinto's generous employee stock ownership plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- One-on-one wellness support (personal and professional matters) for you and your family
- Comprehensive leave policy covering all important life moments (vacation/annual, paid parental leave, etc.)
About the Simandou Project
The Simandou Iron Ore Project is located in the Republic of Guinea, West Africa. It is Africa’s largest infrastructure and mining project and represents one of the largest known reserves of high-grade iron ore in the world.
Rio Tinto holds rights to Simandou Blocks 3 and 4 through SimFer, a joint venture between the Government of the Republic of Guinea, Rio Tinto and Chalco Iron Ore Holdings (CIOH). Construction of the mine, together with the associated rail and port infrastructure, is well underway with first production from the SimFer mine expected in 2025.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a global leader in the mining and materials companies. We are established in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and the prosperity of people, communities, and nations. We have been in business for 150 years, drawing on knowledge accumulated over generations and on different continents. Our mission – to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs – guides us in our quest for innovation and continuous improvement, with the goal of making products that are low in emissions and meet the right environmental, social and governance standards. But because we can't do it alone, we focus on creating partnerships that allow us to solve problems, create mutually beneficial situations and seize opportunities.
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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 LGBTQ+ 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 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.



















