Engineer Mining | Gove, NT
- Advance your career in a dynamic, fast paced team environment
- Family friendly 9 Day Fortnight – Days Only!
- FIFO from Cairns or Darwin.
About the role
All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.
We are currently seeking a Mine Production Engineer to consistently provide reliable, accurate and sustainable mine planning services and support in order to position Mining and Plant operations for optimal performance.
The principal role accountability is to produce the Daily and Weekly plans with the aim of maintaining planned grades, production tonnes and critical path mining activities. The role will Report to the Superintendent Operations Planning.
- Communicating planning material to Mine Planning, Mining and Plant Operations and Field Maintenance personnel
- Providing relevant maps (dump floor, dumps, parent shapes, clearing, accesses, development, ancillary tasks) and machine guidance files as required to implement dig and dump plans.
- Completing and communicating weekly plan reconciliation.
- Liaising with higher level monthly and quarterly planners to ensure weekly plans always remain aligned to broader strategy
- Liaising with Supervisors and Superintendents to ensure plan implementation.
- Managing daily and weekly plan deviations to maintain grades, tonnes and critical path activities. Ensure such changes are properly communicated to peers and direct reports.
- Maintaining effective and collaborative communication between all stakeholders.
What you’ll bring
- Tertiary qualifications in Mining Engineering or a related discipline
- 2 years’ experience as a short term mine planning engineer
- Experience in planning for bauxite operations would be highly regarded
- Detailed understanding of Truck / Loader scheduling and operation
- Practical understanding of all other mining design, scheduling, and operation
- Basic understanding of supply chain management.
- Sound level of proficiency in basic business software (Excel, Word and PowerPoint or similar)
- Basic proficiency in business management software (SAP or similar)
- High level of proficiency in CAD mining software, preferably Deswik and / or similar
- Excellent numerical analysis and data validation skills
- Knowledge of relevant mining legislation and industry practices
What we offer
- Option to FIFO from Cairns or Darwin
- A 9 day fortnight (5:2, 4:3 work pattern)
- Paid parental leave up to 9 months! (no distinction between primary or secondary carer)
- Health cover scheme for employees and their immediate family
- Salary sacrifice & packaging options – rental, mortgage, super, vehicle
- Rio Tinto employee share program
- Employee discounts – banking, accommodation, motoring, retail and more.
Where you will be working
Rio Tinto Gove is located on the Gove Peninsula in North East Arnhem Land, Northern Territory, adjacent to the township of Nhulunbuy. The operation has a long and proud history and continues to play an important role in the region's economic and community development. Nhulunbuy offers a unique coastal lifestyle surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, rich Indigenous culture, and strong community connections. Residents enjoy access to a range of recreational activities, including fishing, boating, camping, four-wheel driving, and exploring some of Australia's most pristine beaches and wilderness areas. With a strong sense of community and a diverse cultural environment, the region provides excellent opportunities for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and those seeking a unique remote living experience. Rio Tinto's presence in Gove continues to contribute to the long-term sustainability and growth of the region.
#gts
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 LGBTQ+ 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.
R69187
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.
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 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
01
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.
02
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.
03
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.
04
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.
05
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.