Specialist Occupational Health A dynamic and varied role offered on a 3-day working week Engage and partner across and outside the business Permanent | Part time role – Perth based Where we’re all welcome 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 who we are. We acknowledge that all people are different and believe that our differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together. About the role We have an exciting role available for a part-time Specialist Occupational Health to join our dynamic and diverse Iron Ore HSEC group. In this role you will support the strategic delivery of occupational health risk reduction projects to support legislative compliance and improved health risk outcomes for all RTIO assets. You will also provide SME support and guidance to Operational Delivery HSEC and RTIO Operational and functional teams. As the Specialist Occupational Health, you will pride yourself as a Subject Matter Expert in Occupational Health and Psychosocial Risk Management. You will report to the Principal Advisor Exposure Risk and have responsibility and ownership over the following duties : Lead risk reduction improvement work across RTIO assets to ensure compliance to legislative and RT health standards Recommend key control methods (considering the hierarchy of control) for health risk reduction and evaluate control effectiveness Advising on legislative and industry standard requirements as they relate to occupational health Support the development and maintenance of internal RTIO Occupational health procedures and guidance documentation to ensure compliance with RT H4 Standard, legislative requirements Support the delivery of risk reduction and improvement initiatives linked to the 5-year HSEC Plan and Mentally Healthy Iron Ore Strategy Support the development and maintenance of internal RTIO Occupational health procedures and guidance documentation related to the application of evidence based continuous improvement opportunities Collaborate closely with industry partners and internal/external stakeholders regarding best practice occupational health programs and management of health risk Provision of SME advice to the business with respect to the H4 Fitness for Work in Safety Critical Role Standard, including but not limited to psychosocial risk management, fatigue, and fitness for work Support HSEC OD with first party assurance against the Rio Tinto H4 standard Actively foster a culture of continuous improvement by monitoring emerging health risks and implementing improvement initiatives Support professional development activities for H&S personnel working in HSEC Operational Delivery teams (i.e.: community of practice) to uplift capability and knowledge of health risk management Provide subject matter expertise to operational teams during critical health events (e.g. suicide postvention response) Provide central governance of the Iron Ore Peer Support Program Support HSEC OD with coordination and delivery of ad hoc health and wellbeing initiatives Provide input into annual and legislative reporting related to H4 Standard Provide subject matter expertise related to psychosocial incident internal and external reporting and investigation What you’ll bring To be successfully considered for this role, you will have: Tertiary qualified in allied health or a related science field 5-10 years Technical experience in Occupational Health or Corporate Health management Strong analytical and problem-solving capability Excellent communication skills Consulting and advising (leaders and peers) Excellent collaboration, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Robust project management skills and demonstrated experience We are an open, connected global team. We offer competitive, performance-focused remuneration and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. With a global reach, the opportunities to develop and grow your career are broad and exciting. If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn't align 100%, we still want to hear from you. Rio Tinto is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. 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 Full relocation provided to Western Australia from elsewhere in Australia A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive bonus Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate 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, cultural leave) To better suit different family needs, our paid parental leave approach gives all parents the option to take 18 weeks of paid leave after a new child arrives – at a time that suits them Exclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more We are committed to elevating Indigenous voices and increasing cultural knowledge in our business. Diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together. To help you on your journey with us, you’ll also have access to: Specialist Indigenous Support Advisors are always there for our Indigenous employees and available to support through any aspect of your employment Indigenous leadership programmes across some professional and operational roles to ensure that we are developing Indigenous Leaders Where you’ll be working You and your team will be Perth-based with opportunity to work flexibly from home combined with time in our Central Park offices. This role will be offered part time on a 3-day working week. In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we own a world-class, integrated network of 17 mines, four independent port terminals, a rail network spanning nearly 2,000 kilometres and related infrastructure – all designed to respond rapidly to changes in demand. We are one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of iron ore. Who we are 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 and meet opportunities. 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.
