Adviser Geology

Adviser Geology

• Develop your career in Bauxite with ongoing training and development provided
• Strong focus on resource evaluation and geological projects
• The position is based in Brisbane and involves Fly In – Fly Out (FIFO) travel to Weipa, Far North Queensland, along with additional ad‑hoc travel as required throughout the year.
   

About the Role
 

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.
 

Rio Tinto Aluminium & Lithium (RTAL) is looking for an enthusiastic Adviser Geologist wishing to become a valued member of the team and to build a career with Rio Tinto. 
 

We welcome applications from qualified geologists with relevant experience in the field.
 

Our team is based in Brisbane, but the role requires Fly In – Fly Out work to Weipa, Far North QLD and other ad-hoc travel during the year. 
 

The role operates on a seasonal structure (dates may vary depending on weather and operational requirements):
 

Office‑based period | December – May

• Brisbane office location
• Monday to Friday hours

Field‑based period | May – November

• FIFO to Weipa
• 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off roster

This role is a great opportunity to develop your leadership capability and work on some exciting geology projects whilst being located in Brisbane.

Reporting to the Senior Geologist, you will be:

• Promoting a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible working culture, which will lead to a zero-harm workplace.
• Assisting in the design, implementation and management to deliver drilling programs.
• Supporting RTA Projects to evaluate the future exploitation of bauxite mineralisation.
• Assisting in the interpretation of resource evaluation information.

About You

To be successfully considered for this role, you will bring:

• A demonstrated positive safety culture.
• A degree in geology or related discipline.
• A passion for achieving technical excellence.
• Strong teamwork skills and an ability to communicate clearly and respectfully.
• The ability to lead a team of people in the field.
• Operational strengths (logistics, coordination, contractor management, supervision), and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced and agile environment.
• Have <5 years relevant industry experience.
   

What we offer

Be recognised for your contribution, thinking and hard work.

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• Flexible working from home arrangements as per operational requirements
• 18 weeks of gender-neutral and equal paid parental leave, with continued superannuation contributions whilst employees are on unpaid, or half paid parental leave
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Company provided insurance cover
• Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options
• Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more); and
• Local relocation packages offered for Australian residents only
• Roster allowance whilst completing field based work

Where you will be working

Rio Tinto is a global leader in aluminium, one of the world's most widely used metals. We operate large-scale, high-quality bauxite mines and alumina refineries; alongside the world's most modern and competitive aluminium smelters portfolio. Our industry leadership includes our benchmark smelting technology and enviable hydropower position, key strengths in today's carbon-constrained world.

Travel to mine sites at Weipa (eg 2weeks on 2weeks off for part of the year).
 

Apply today if you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where we challenge you to drive positive change.

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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 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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