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Program Lead

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Rio Tinto

14d ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • Perth

Requirements

  • A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team;
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and demonstrable strategic thinking at a business level;
  • Demonstrable experience and link back to site delivery / commissioning of Fixed Plant / SMP (Structural, Mechanical, Piping) / SI projects;
  • Strong project management skills to oversee and support execution of study phases (OoM, PFS, and FS) as per the project management framework;
  • Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills;
  • Ability to develop and implement strategic plans and processes;
  • Demonstrate experience in commercial contracts, evaluations and procurement activities;
  • Experience in managing budgets, resources and stakeholder relationships;
  • Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent is required (due to the specialist nature of all projects within this program); and.

Responsibilities

  • Program Framework: Develop, evolve and manage program framework to structure the overarching program strategy and provide a consistent approach across all applicable RTIO Pilbara operations i.e. Program charter and strategy, sourcing strategy, master schedule, risk register and performance scorecards;
  • Effective risk management: Manage the program master schedule and risk register, providing updates on changes to the pipeline of works and resourcing to adapt across a multi-year hub-based approach;
  • Strategic Sourcing: Engage with the Sustaining Capital Strategic Sourcing team to develop procurement and commercial contracting strategies for the program and regularly review the sourcing strategy for projects in the program;
  • Execution Planning: Support study and delivery leads with forming study and execution plans for order of magnitude (OoM), pre-feasibility studies (PFS), feasibility studies (FS), implementation and commissioning phases;
  • Program Execution: Coordinate and support the roll out of program with a team of study leads and project engineers, delivering projects across RTIO Pilbara operations;
  • Relationship Management: Manage relationships with site leaders, asset owners and contracting partners;
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with Delivery and Construction Superintendents to ensure projects are adequately supported, resourced and executed in a safe manner;
  • Communication: Provide regular communication and reporting on program metrics to key stakeholders across the business;
  • Improvement: Support improvement of the project delivery systems, processes and procedures ensuring that they are standardised and embedded across the team;
  • Lessons Learned: Manage lessons learned across the program, demonstrating effective communication of successes and proposed improvements;
  • Performance Monitoring: Oversee the development and control of program based milestones, budgets and critical activities; and
  • Study Management: Depending on the complexity of the program and available capacity, program lead could also lead strategic study(s).

FAQs

What is the role of the Program Lead at Rio Tinto?

The Program Lead will strategically lead and manage a prioritized capital program within Rio Tinto Iron Ore operations, aligning it with organizational objectives and ensuring the efficient use of resources and capital.

Is this a permanent position?

Yes, this role is a permanent employment position.

What kind of benefits are provided with this position?

The position includes an attractive salary, annual bonuses, comprehensive medical benefits, a share ownership plan, paid parental leave, company housing, and various employee discounts.

What are the working hours and schedule for this job?

The role follows a 5 days on, 2 days off roster (Monday to Friday) with occasional site travel, and flexible working arrangements are also available.

What qualifications are required for the Program Lead position?

A tertiary qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent field is required for this position.

What key skills are needed for this role?

Applicants should possess strong project management, leadership, organizational, and communication skills, as well as experience in stakeholder engagement and commercial contracts.

Which teams will the Program Lead interact with?

The Program Lead will interact with delivery teams, senior leadership, the Sustaining Capital team, strategic sourcing teams, subject matter experts, vendors/service providers, and site operations leadership.

Where is the Program Lead position based?

The position is based at Central Park, Perth.

What is the application deadline for this position?

Applications close on the 10th of February 2025, though Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove the role prior to this date.

Does Rio Tinto support diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Yes, Rio Tinto actively encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is heard and respected.

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