Fixed Plant Operator - FIFO

• Work for a company that values you and your family
• Fly in; Fly out opportunities from Perth, Busselton, Geraldton, Albany, Broome and Derby- full relocation provided from interstate
• Various FIFO days only or day & night shift rosters across our Pilbara sites

About the role
All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.

We are seeking applications from Fixed Plant Operators who are interested in joining our Fixed Plant Operations/ Production teams across our various Pilbara sites (including ports). Residential and fly in, fly out opportunities available flying from Perth or Albany, Geraldton, Busselton & Broome working a lifestyle friendly 8/6 or 8/6/7/7 roster, dependent on site.

In addition to paying competitively and providing great benefits packages, we want you to live the lifestyle that is right for you and your family. And because of our size and scale, there are many opportunities to learn, grow and do more than you ever thought possible.
Every hour of every shift, your safety and wellbeing is our number one priority. We do the work only if it is safe, and we invest to make sure every member of the team has the quality tools they need to do their job.

You will be required to:

• Operate, carry out routine inspections and maintain the condition of the dry/wet plants
• Demonstrate commitment to safety daily
• Demonstrate the ability to carry out basic fault find and diagnosis
• Work individually or in a team environment and contribute to daily targets
• Conduct routine activities to ensure safe and reliable operation of our area assets
• Conduct manual handling associated with basic maintenance and inspection of the plant
• Work in a field role, monitoring of equipment, cleaning, hosing and identifying continuous improvement opportunities
• Operate mobile plant equipment as required by your leader
• Working autonomously to monitor the process in a safe and effective manner

About you

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• Demonstrated experience in operating fixed plant
• Full manual 'C' class drivers' licence or above (essential)
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks
• Ability to work safely and cooperatively in a small team, demonstrating flexibility to business requirements
• Experience operating mobile plant equipment (desirable)
• Current Confined Space and Working at Heights certificates (desirable)
• High Risk Work Licence - EWP, RI, LF (desirable)

Where you will be working

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Rio Tinto operates the world's largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets with industry-leading margins. Our premium product suite, including our flagship Pilbara blend, drives strong customer relationships and is supported by technical and commercial marketing expertise.

What's on offer?

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
• A competitive salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and their immediate family
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Company provided insurance cover
• Extensive salary sacrifice and salary packaging options
• Career development and education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support
• Generous leave provisions for all of life's reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
• Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)
• Relocation assistance for residential roles where applicable.

About Rio Tinto

Every idea, every innovation, every little thing the world calls 'progress' begins with
a first step, and someone willing to take it: explorers, inventors, entrepreneurs. Pioneers.
For nearly 150 years, Rio Tinto has been a company of pioneers - generations of people spanning the globe, all with the grit and vision to produce materials essential to human progress.
Our iron ore has shaped skylines from Shanghai to Sydney. Our aluminium - the world's first to be certified 'responsible' - helps planes fly and makes cars lighter. Our copper helps wind turbines power cities and our boron helps feed the world, and explore the universe.
Our diamonds help us celebrate the best parts of life.

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