Global Workplace Change & Comms Specialist
Be a change custodian for our workplace strategies
Be part of a pioneering journey
Work with stakeholders across different timezones and locations
Based in Perth or Brisbane
About the role
All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto it begins with you.
We are looking for a Change Management and Communications Specialist who will be focused on Global Workplace Strategy You will be integral to the development and implementing the people-side of change for real estate and workplace transformation initiatives, which includes changes to physical workspaces, hybrid work models, office relocations, and new ways of working. You will develop and execute change strategies that ensure smooth transitions, employee engagement, and alignment with business goals.
Key responsibilities
Develop and implement change management strategies for workplace transformation and property-related projects.
Focal point for the Function’s communication strategy and delivery to the organisation through various channels
Conduct stakeholder analysis, change impact assessments, and readiness evaluations.
Design and deliver communication and engagement plans to support transitions in workplace environments.
Collaborate with project managers, facilities teams, HR, and IT to align change efforts with broader organizational goals.
Support office moves, consolidations, and redesigns by managing employee expectations and minimizing disruption.
Facilitate workshops, focus groups, and training sessions to prepare teams for new work environments.
Monitor adoption and feedback, and adjust strategies to improve outcomes.
Track and report on change metrics, employee sentiment, and project success indicators.
What you’ll bring
To be successfully considered for this role, you will ideally have:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Organizational Psychology, Real Estate, or related field.
At least 5 years of experience in change management, preferably in workplace strategy or property management.
Expert ability to articulate complex strategic and operational workplace topics to external stakeholders
Familiarity with change management methodologies
Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Experience working in cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.
Knowledge of workplace trends, hybrid work models, and corporate real estate is a plus.
Ability to manage ambiguity and influence without authority.
What we offer
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 health insurance for employees and immediate family
Attractive share ownership plan
Company provided insurance cover
Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)
Application Deadline: 7th August 2025 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove job postings prior to the stated closing date)
Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions
Rio Tinto does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruiters or employment agencies. Rio Tinto will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles. Rio Tinto reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Rio Tinto.”
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 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 situations and meet opportunities.
Every Voice Matters
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.
