Project Data Controller / Document Controller

• Be part of a team supporting global projects and studies
• Excellent work environment where people are valued and respected
• 9 month fixed term contract based in Perth, must be available for an immediate start

About the role

We are looking for a Project Data Controller to provide and ensure a proficient, effective, timely and quality document management and control service throughout the Project's lifecycle, across dispersed teams, time-zones, and geographies, whilst being based in Australia. This role is part of an exciting central function, supporting a number of diverse projects across various product groups throughout the global Rio Tinto Project portfolio.

This role is a great opportunity to be involved with managing document control systems, activities, and procedures to be used by project managers, coordinators, and contractors. Reporting to the Superintendent Project Data Management, you will:

• Store project data through the project life cycle to ensure all data is safe and secured to hand over to operation at project completion
• Ensure compliance with Rio Tinto, external standards, and Document Management and Control guidance for major projects
• Provide best practice knowledge in managing and processing document management
• Provide a quality assurance function to the team in terms of accuracy and company standards in relation to document management and control processes and systems.
• Liaise with document controllers and other stakeholders to ensure consistent principles are applied with the proper classification and identification of information.
• Provide guidance and support to Project teams in all document management and control best practices in accordance with global major projects guidance.
• Implement the required security model based on the stakeholder model
• Engage with external stakeholders to ensure compliance to Rio Tinto processes and procedures

About you

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

• Substantial experience in a document control role working on large projects
• Excellent collaboration skills dealing with stakeholders groups and team members
• Experience in managing Document Control systems and processes
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced work environment.

It will also be beneficial if you have:

• Experience working at/supporting a remote project site.
• Broad understanding of project management tools and processes
• Knowledge of Document Management Project based software tools and systems.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees
• Discounted Health cover scheme (Medibank) for employees and their immediate family
• Eligible for the Rio Tinto employee share programme
• Salary sacrifice & packaging options
• Paid parental leave up to 9 months half pay or 4.5 months full pay

Where you will be working

The Growth & Innovation group operates through the entire life cycle of Rio Tinto's mines and assets, creating value through exploration, project development and technical excellence. Working in close partnership with all product groups, it focuses on finding safer, smarter and more efficient ways to manage resources and operations.

About us

As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.

Our long history is filled with firsts. We've developed some of the world's largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You'll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It's a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

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

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.