About the role
This role is responsible for leading the development and integration of work management systems, planning processes, and performance reporting to support the HSEC function in delivering on its strategic priorities. It plays a central role in enabling alignment, governance, and continuous improvement across Rio Tinto Iron Ore (RTIO) HSEC through strong coordination, leadership, and collaboration.
Reporting to Manager Performance, Improvement, Risk & Systems, you will;
Lead the Annual Planning Review (APR) process for Rio Tinto Iron Ore HSEC, ensuring alignment with divisional and strategic priorities
Develop and maintain integrated work and performance management systems linking to divisional plans and P6
Coordinate planning and prioritisation efforts to align HSEC activities with broader business deliverables
Embed SPS-aligned practices and integrated cadences into the HSEC Annual Plan to support RTIO’s Best Operator ambition
Conduct periodic maturity assessments and ensure continuous improvement using the Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycle
Identify and implement opportunities for improvement in work management systems based on stakeholder feedback
Support performance measurement through clear KPIs and comprehensive reporting against the HSEC Annual Plan
Provide coaching, mentoring, and technical support to Operational Delivery teams to build capability and drive results
You will
Bring extensive experience in developing and driving integrated planning, work management, and performance systems within complex environments
Demonstrate inclusive and strategic leadership, with a focus on empowering others and fostering a collaborative culture
Apply strategic thinking to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and influence outcomes
Confidently manage multiple priorities, maintaining clarity and momentum across a range of activities
Build trusted relationships through active listening, partnership, and cross-functional collaboration
Apply strong project management capabilities to deliver high-impact initiatives
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, tailoring your message to different audiences
Use critical thinking to analyse complex issues and translate insights into clear, actionable narratives #gts
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.
