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Drill Operators Brockman 2 (FIFO)

Employer
Rio Tinto
Location
Brockman, WA, AU
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Jun 5, 2021

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Category
Machinery Operators, Maintenance/Mechanical
Work Term
Permanent
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English

Job Details

Opportunity to work among a high performing and experienced work crew
  • Develop your drill and blast skills in this friendly and safe team
  • FIFO from Perth/Busselton/Albany/Geraldton

  • The Opportunity

    We are looking for Drill Operators to ensure targets and optimum productivity are safely achieved at our Brockman 2 mine operations. These roles are a great opportunity for motivated team players to develop their skills in within a high performing team. These roles report to the Drill Supervisor and will be FIFO from Perth/Busselton/Albany/Geraldton on an 8:6 & 7:7 shift roster.

    What the role entails:
    • Operating blast hole drill rigs including Pit Viper 271, D65, D65 XLF and Cubex
    • Operating ancillary equipment when required
    • Inspecting equipment to ensure the correct working order and safety requirements
    • Ensuring all Rio Tinto Health and Safety Standards, policies and procedures are being adhered to
    • Ability to work effectively and safely under minimal supervision

    To succeed in this role, you will have:
    • A "HR" driver's license
    • High Risk Licence LF, DF, VLC (desirable)
    • Strong Safety minded culture
    • Strong communication skills, with the ability to work as a collaborative team member
    • Proven experience in Blast hole drilling on above mentioned machines.

    Where you will be working

    The Brockman 2 mine is an iron ore mine located in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, 60 kilometres north-west of Tom Price. The Hamersley Range, where the mine is located, contains 80 percent of all identified iron ore reserves in Australia and is one of the world's major iron ore provinces. The mine is serviced by the Brockman Airport.

    What's on offer?
    • Permanent Rio Tinto contract
    • Competitive salary package with quarterly safety/performance bonus
    • Domestic relocation assistance may be provided
    • Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
    • Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options that includes residential housing, airport parking, cars and superannuation
    • Generous employee share plan
    • Company provided insurance cover
    • A broad range of employee discounts in banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more
    • A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
    • Learning and development opportunities to support your desired technical or leadership career path
    • Ongoing individual well-being support for you and your family for personal and professional matters

    About us

    As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress. Aluminium for cars and smartphones. Copper for wind turbines, electric cars and the pipes that bring water to our home. Borates that help crops grow, titanium for paint and diamonds that celebrate the best things in life. 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.

    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. You may also be required to complete on-line assessments as part of the selection process. So, if you are looking for a new challenge, great location and an exceptional team of technical experts, apply now. If you would like to know more about careers at Rio Tinto, you can like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or join us on LinkedIn

    All progress begins with pioneers at Rio Tinto it begins with you.

    Applications for this role will close on 21/05/2021, however we do reserve the right to close the role earlier.



    All progress begins with pioneers at Rio Tinto it begins with you.

    Company

    We are curious and creative, ingenious and hard-working. We are pioneers – exploring the boundaries of everything we do. The materials we produce are essential to human progress, and we see that progress driven by our people. Working at Rio Tinto means touching people’s lives: from exploring new materials to finding ways to tackle climate change. 

    We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. And 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. 

    Our values – care, courage and curiosity – guide how we work and how we treat each other.

    Company info
    Website
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    Rio Tinto
    Telephone
    +44 20 7781 2000
    Location
    6 St James's Square
    London
    London
    SW1Y 4AD
    Australia

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