Lead and support cutting-edge mining tech across Iron Ore operations, including AHS, FMS, and machine guidance systems. Collaborate with internal teams and top-tier vendors to improve system performance and resolve issues. Enjoy a Perth-based 5/2 residential roster, interfacing with site teams and global stakeholders. About the Role Join Rio Tinto’s Iron Ore team as a Mining Systems Engineer, where you’ll play a key role in supporting and improving mining technology platforms across our Pilbara operations. This role acts as a critical interface between site-based teams, the Operations Centre, and external vendors, ensuring consistent delivery and performance of mining systems. Responsibilities Provide technical support for mining system applications including Dispatch, MineCare, Caterpillar Terrain, MineStar Command, Fleet and Health. Support in-pit WAN technologies including AVI, Cisco, and LTE UE devices. Execute IS&T strategies and provide guidance to Level 1 support teams. Identify and resolve system issues, offering targeted solutions and improvements. Manage SQL databases and contribute to documentation and knowledge sharing. Liaise with internal teams and external vendors to ensure seamless system performance. Maintain a strong customer focus and business context awareness. Contribute to business improvement initiatives and project delivery. About You Experience in in-pit mining operations and mining system applications (AHS, ADS, Asset Health, FMS, Machine Guidance). Strong understanding of network technologies, server and VM architecture. Proficiency in SQL database management. Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills. Ability to work autonomously and manage your own workload. A positive, self-starting attitude and commitment to teamwork. Alignment with Rio Tinto’s values and leadership competencies. 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 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) 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.
