• Opportunity to work among a high performing and experienced work crew
• Work for a global mining organisation with an exceptional safety culture
• Fantastic residential lifestyle in a beautiful sunny location Wickham or FIFO from Perth

About the role

We are seeking a Mechanical Maintainer to join the Cape Lambert Utilities team to actively promote safety awareness and safe work practices, while maintaining and testing of Potable and Waste Water equipment. This role is a great opportunity to be involved in the application of a safe maintenance and operation of the existing physical assets consisting of the fuel and lubricants infrastructure, hydrocarbons waste and associated equipment, town and mine water and waste water infrastructure.

This role will report directly to the Supervisor and will be a FIFO or residential role in Wickham on an 8 day on, 6 day off roster.

This role is an opportunity to further your career in a challenging environment and will involve:

• Performing routine maintenance inspections on equipment and plant systems
• Assisting in identifying defects and providing feedback on asset performance
• Complete Job Hazard Assessments, Take 5 and Critical Risk Management safety procedures

• To safely carry out inspections, scheduled maintenance and breakdown maintenance to Utilities Assets including:
  • Diesel fuel and lubricant infrastructure.
  • Hydrocarbons wastewater treatment systems
  • Waste Water Treatment
  • Compressed air systems
  • Portable water treatment & monitoring
  • Jet A1 storage and refuelling facilities

About you

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

• Trade qualified Mechanical Fitter
• Australian C class driver's licence (HR is desirable)
• Background in industrial mechanical hydrocarbons maintenance
• Understanding of RTIO safety systems and demonstrated strong health & safety performance
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and SAP
• Experience in hydrocarbon operations and maintenance (desirable)
• High Risk Work Licences in LF, CV, DG, RG (desirable)
• Jet A1 handling and bridging (desirable)

Where you will be working

Our four independent shipping terminals at two locations, Cape Lambert and Dampier, are managed as a single port system. Each terminal has facilities for train unloading, product stockpiling and blending, and ship loading. Employees reside in Wickham which is located 1,572 km north of Perth and 13 km north of Roebourne in the Pilbara region of Western Australia with Karratha being the closest town. Wickham is a fascinating historic town boasting pristine sandy beaches and excellent fishing spots.

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, coal 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.

What's on offer?

• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
• Full domestic relocation assistance provided if required
• Company housing provided in all residential towns
• Subsidised living expenses including rent and utilities
• Two flights to Perth per annum for you and your dependents
• Assistance with boarding costs for students in primary, secondary or post-secondary education
• 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
• Extensive salary sacrifice and salary packaging options that includes residential housing, airport parking, cars and superannuation
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Company provided insurance cover
• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
• Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• Career development and education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support

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

Applications for this role will close on 16/12/2021, however we do reserve the right to close the role earlier.

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