Address- Attractive Perth CBD location close to public transport, cafes, shops etc.
- Work in a successful, well-established, and high performing team
- Join a global leader in the mining and resources sector
About the Client
Rio Tinto Operates the world's largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets. These assets include a world-class, integrated network of 15 iron ore mines, four port facilities, a 1,700 kilometre rail network and related infrastructure. Rio Tinto are expanding operations in the Pilbara to epic proportions while introducing next generation technologies to deliver greater efficiency, lower production costs and improved health, safety and environmental performance.
About the role
WorkPac is currently looking for a seasoned Project Lead to join our Sustaining Capital team. This role entails overseeing specific mobile mining technology projects across Rio Tinto’s Pilbara mining operations, with a primary emphasis on Vehicle Interaction Technology Systems. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience and understanding of the operational mining environment, along with a solid background in various aspects of mining mobile equipment technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of assigned mining technology projects across RTIO Pilbara operations
- Managing and influencing safety on the projects
- Responsible for managing, communicating & escalating project financials, schedule, risks, reporting and project governance during all phases of assigned projects.
- Responsible for engagement with all project stakeholder and ensuring they are kept up to date on the project status.
Skills & Experience
- Proven problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude
- Project management certification
- Strong commitment to safety for oneself and the team
- Previous experience in managing Vehicle Interaction Technology systems (VITS) projects
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities
- 5 years of project management experience in: Mining operations, Operational Technology (OT) project delivery & Engineering (control systems, mechatronics, electrical, mechanical, or mining)
- Proficiency in risk assessments and conducting independent reviews
- Demonstrated self-motivation and the capability to work independently and collaboratively with teams on project tasks
- Exposure to mining production with autonomous trucks, drills, dozers, and light vehicles/systems
- Experience in commissioning or maintaining mobile equipment
- Supervisory experience in a mining environment
- Involvement in deploying new technologies
- Proficiency in developing project business cases and obtaining funding approvals
- Strong IT/OT skills and familiarity with Microsoft suite programs
About WorkPac
WorkPac is Australia's largest privately owned workforce services business with over 1.3 million registered candidates. We offer tailored solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across Mining, Construction, Healthcare and more. Our consistent promise to both candidates and clients is that choosing WorkPac is always a "Good Move".
How to Apply
Click on the Apply button or for more information please contact:
WorkPac Principal Consultant: Tiffany Parker on: (07) 4979 8*** quoting the below reference number.
Job Reference Number: 7469J20245017
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