Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
• Join a leading global company
• Permanent full-time opportunity - Bell Bay, Tasmania

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to provide technical support for and development of the systems and supporting tools required for compliance with Rio Tinto C2 Electrical Safety Standards.

This is a great opportunity for a strong problem solver with excellent influencing skills to make a mark within the Rio Tinto business and be part of our Asset Management engineering efficiency improvements and upgrades.

We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the most exciting data and tools on the planet. We are the world leader in automation and smart mining.

We have technical development programmes that are industry-leading and recognise the unique nature of your role. These provide opportunities to grow your career through a dedicated technical path while being rewarded for your unique skills.

Reporting to the Superintendent Asset Management - Planning and Engineering and working in a collaborative technical team within the Planning, Engineering and Stores department, you will:

• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and quality requirements for all of site with primary focus on low and extra low voltage electrical assets.
• Provide electrical and instrumentation engineering expertise and problem solving to support operational needs.
• Conduct detailed condition assessments of plant and equipment.
• Lead and/or contribute to investigations into equipment failure, under performance, and safety incidents.
• Provide technical support and assistance for major projects (maintenance and CAPEX), investigations and reporting, such as CRAs, HAZOPs, AIA, OOMs, etc.
• Conduct periodic assessment of condition monitoring data to identify potential equipment failures and determination of required action to address the issue.
• Identify, develop and implement technical solutions & plant changes to support business needs.
• Develop and maintain asset management plans for critical electrical and instrumentation assets on site.
• Analyse key reliability data to identify and implement optimisation/improvements to constantly improve plant reliability.
• Provide technical evaluation for MoCs, Risk Assessments and changes to maintenance tactics.

What you'll bring

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• Tertiary Degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years' experience in project or maintenance engineering.
• Industrial PLC experience, preferably in ControlLogix solutions
• Industrial motor control -Soft Starters & VSD preferably in Rockwell Powerflex
• Strong problem solving, analytical and clear communication skills
• Influencing skills - ability to persuade a team or peers to move in a desired direction, build relationships, and negotiate effectively
• Appreciates others needs and perspectives and is committed to diverse perspectives.
• Personal compatibility with Rio Tinto Values.

What we offer

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
• 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)
• Domestic relocation assistance for you and your family

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 and meet opportunities.

Where you'll be working

Bell Bay Aluminium holds a unique place in Tasmanian and Australian history as the first aluminium smelter in the southern hemisphere when it began production in 1955. Today, it produces around 190,000 of primary aluminium each year.

The smelter is situated on the Tamar River, approximately five kilometres from George Town and 45 kilometres from Launceston. We employ more than 500 Tasmanians and more than 60 full-time equivalent contractors who, on a typical day, undertake work at the smelter.

For more than 65 years Bell Bay Aluminium has played a significant role in the social and economic wellbeing of George Town and Northern Tasmania through employment, community investment, and using local goods and services. In 2019, the site also received Aluminium Stewardship Initiative (ASI) certifications, assuring customers the aluminium they purchase has been produced to the highest environmental, social and governance standards.

Every Voice Matters

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.

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.

Applications close on 31st March, 2024 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date)