Manager Operational Excellence Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion Join an encouraging leadership group, committed to your growth and development Permanent residential opportunity supporting Rio Tinto's Weipa bauxite assets About the role Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. Our people are at our heart. We have introduced a function called Operational Excellence (OE) which will build the foundations of the future state. Enabling operational excellence is imperative to becoming the best operator and our OE teams will be critical to realising our strategic objectives and priorities. Our OE teams will be the heart of the Rio Tinto Safe Production System at our operations by building, maturing and sustaining the system over time. We are looking for a Manager, Operational Excellence, to support our Bauxite teams & assets in Weipa. You will provide end to end oversight of the Learning & Development, Contract Management, Business Improvement, Risk & Capital and Business Support functions, including supporting the strategic deployment and sustainability of the Rio Tinto Safe Production Systems (RTSPS). This is a great opportunity for those who put people at the centre, have an open to change mindset and a genuine interest in our fundamental principle of being the best operator. You will have the opportunity to lead the newly created Operational Excellence team in alignment with the annual plan to deliver business priorities. You'll be responsible for site wide tactical and strategic initiatives, including embedding replication of best practices to enable RTSPS sustainability. Reporting to the Weipa Operations General Manager, and working in a collaborative community, you will: Actively foster and communicate a positive safety culture to promote safety awareness and compliance, encouraging prioritisation of safety in all activities and operations Lead the Operational Excellence function, including Business Improvement, Risk & Capital and Contractor Management and Learning and Development Oversee the design of end-to-end business improvement projects, providing thought leadership on maximising benefits and minimising implementation risks Support site in achieving Rio Tinto's vision to become 'best operator' Oversee the deployment and embedment of the RTSPS, taking accountability for outcomes Manage and coordinate annual and strategic planning for the site Manage change through the implementation of new processes and improvement activities Provide coaching and support to operational leaders on operational excellence best practice Build business improvement capability in the business to ensure sustained results and continuous improvement Apply discipline, governance and quality assurance across capital planning Identify, document, manage and communicate compliance risks within the Operational Excellence team Develop strong interfaces and relationships with external partners and stakeholders Leading on the frontline is one of the most important jobs in our business and comes with a huge amount of responsibility. We need you to motivate, inspire and keep your people safe and well. With signature leadership training programmes, growing and developing is more than an opportunity – it is something we actively plan and make happen. Every day our leaders grow, while our rosters are designed to help you live the lifestyle that is right for you and your family. About you As we introduce the new OE function, a key component of the role will require you to interface with multiple stakeholders, therefore your communication and relationship building skills are important to succeed in this role. To be successfully considered you'll bring: Demonstrated ability to learn and the passion for a newly created operational excellence model Your appetite for an operational focus and demonstrated exposure to Operations A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team Commitment to Rio Tinto value drivers of Care, Courage and Curiosity Leadership experience, including leading change Strong problem solving and business process optimisation skills Solid influencing skills and ability to develop and build credibility among peers Strong teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills Current C Class driver's license Although not essential, you may also bring: Commercial experience in the Business Improvement six sigma space Lean qualifications or experience What we offer Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you've helped the world progress. A work environment where safety is always the number one priority A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto 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 Domestic relocation assistance Weipa Wellness Subsidy Company funded housing Remote area holiday travel assistance (flight subsides for you and your family) Attractive share ownership plan Company provided insurance cover Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave) Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more) About Rio Tinto Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. We have been mining for almost 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can't do it on our own, so we're focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities. Where you'll be working Weipa is a coastal mining town in the local government area of Weipa Town in Queensland. It is the largest town on the Cape York Peninsula. It exists because of the enormous bauxite deposits along the coast. Our Weipa operations in Far North Queensland includes three bauxite mines, processing facilities, ship loaders, an export wharf, two ports power stations, a rail network and ferry terminals.
