Roster: 5/2 | Hours: 40 hours/week
Duration: 6–12 months
Department: Rail Operational Excellence – Rio Tinto Iron Ore

About Our Client:

Rio Tinto Operates the world's largest integrated portfolio of iron ore assets. These assets include a world-class, integrated network of 15 iron ore mines, four port facilities, a 1,700-kilometre rail network and related infrastructure. Rio Tinto are expanding operations in the Pilbara to epic proportions while introducing next generation technologies to deliver greater efficiency, lower production costs and improved health, safety, and environmental performance.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Business Improvement Specialist to join Rio Tinto’s Rail Operational Excellence team, based at our cutting-edge Perth Operations Centre. This is a dynamic, hands-on role where you’ll lead and deliver critical end-to-end projects and studies that support performance and innovation across our Rail Operations teams.

As a key player in a collaborative, high-performing environment, you’ll report directly to the Superintendent Operational Projects. Your ability to connect with stakeholders, drive actionable insights, and manage project portfolios with precision will be crucial to success.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a diverse portfolio of projects from study phase to implementation and handover
Develop business cases and scope project initiatives based on performance and value delivery
Actively engage stakeholders with a user-centric approach
Coordinate cross-functional teams and run workshops, reviews, and milestone tracking
Monitor and report on project KPIs and manage vendor relationships
Ensure seamless operational implementation that delivers value to frontline teams
Build strong relationships across Rail Operations, Engineering, Safeworking, IS&T, and Safety
Prepare written reports and deliver project presentations to senior leadership
Provide ad-hoc support across Rail Operations Excellence as required

Skills and Experience Required:

Prior rail experience is beneficial, but not essential

We are looking for a motivated and strategic individual who is purpose-driven and values teamwork, safety, and innovation.
A strategic mindset with strong business insight
Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience in project/portfolio management
Strong analytical and commercial acumen
Proficiency in reporting, presentation delivery, and workshop facilitation
Adaptability, reliability, and self-organisation
A collaborative approach aligned to Rio Tinto’s core values: Care, Courage, Curiosity

Apply Now:

To apply for this role or for more information, please contact:
Rebecca Ross

Phone: (02) 4927 7766

Email: [email protected]
Job Order Reference Number: 7469J20256537

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