Drill Operators - Tom Price (residential)
- Employer
- Rio Tinto
- Location
- Tom Price, WA, AU
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2020
- Closes
- Sep 24, 2020
- Ref
- 790183720
- Category
- Machinery Operators, Maintenance/Mechanical
- Work Term
- Permanent
- Work Load
- Full Time
- Language
- English
Drill Operators Tom Price (residential)
The Opportunity
We are looking for Drill Operators to join our Drill Team in Tom Price to ensure targets and optimum productivity is achieved. These roles are a great opportunity for motivated and team driven individuals who would like to contribute to the high performing team.
About the role
Working a residential roster of 3 days on, 3 nights on, and 6 days off, and reporting to the Drilling Supervisor, you will be:
To be considered for this role, you will have:
Where you will be working
Located in the central Pilbara, Tom price is a family-friendly and modern fully-serviced town designed to complement the regions natural environment. It's known as one of the most attractive towns in the Pilbara with a supermarket, primary and secondary schools, hospital and high standard of recreation and child care facilities. Regular in-town events and activities include the popular Mount Nameless Festival, drive-in cinemas, local fairs and team sport competitions; in addition to being home to one of the largest open cut mines in the world. It offers an ideal base to explore the natural wonders of the Karijini and Millstream Chichester National Parks or travel to beautiful coastal towns over a long weekend. For more information on Tom Price, please visit: https://www.ashburton.wa.gov.au/community/tom-price/
What's on offer?
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
Applications for this role will close on 22/09/2020, however we do reserve the right to close the role earlier.
This role is for applicants residing in or willing to permanently relocate to Western Australia. Rio Tinto offers Fly In and Fly Out options from Perth, our regional FIFO hubs and the opportunity to live in our residential towns where applicable.
All progress begins with pioneers at Rio Tinto it begins with you.
- Develop your drill skills in this friendly and safe team
- Great opportunity to join a dynamic Drill & Blast team with supportive leadership
- Residential role in a beautiful town located near Karijini National Park - Tom Price
The Opportunity
We are looking for Drill Operators to join our Drill Team in Tom Price to ensure targets and optimum productivity is achieved. These roles are a great opportunity for motivated and team driven individuals who would like to contribute to the high performing team.
About the role
Working a residential roster of 3 days on, 3 nights on, and 6 days off, and reporting to the Drilling Supervisor, you will be:
- Operating open pit drill rigs
- Operating service truck 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
To be considered for this role, you will have:
- An Australian manual C Class driver's licence
- Open pit drilling experience particularly with Atlas Copco PV275, Reedrill SK-F, Cubex QXR 1120 and Sandvik DR540 drills
- Experience operating service trucks, small water carts and small loaders (desirable)
- A positive can-do team-oriented attitude
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work as a collaborative team member
- Ability to work effectively and safely under minimal supervision
Where you will be working
Located in the central Pilbara, Tom price is a family-friendly and modern fully-serviced town designed to complement the regions natural environment. It's known as one of the most attractive towns in the Pilbara with a supermarket, primary and secondary schools, hospital and high standard of recreation and child care facilities. Regular in-town events and activities include the popular Mount Nameless Festival, drive-in cinemas, local fairs and team sport competitions; in addition to being home to one of the largest open cut mines in the world. It offers an ideal base to explore the natural wonders of the Karijini and Millstream Chichester National Parks or travel to beautiful coastal towns over a long weekend. For more information on Tom Price, please visit: https://www.ashburton.wa.gov.au/community/tom-price/
What's on offer?
- A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
- Full domestic relocation assistance provided
- 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
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
Applications for this role will close on 22/09/2020, however we do reserve the right to close the role earlier.
This role is for applicants residing in or willing to permanently relocate to Western Australia. Rio Tinto offers Fly In and Fly Out options from Perth, our regional FIFO hubs and the opportunity to live in our residential towns where applicable.
All progress begins with pioneers at Rio Tinto it begins with you.