An inclusive environment for all
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees feel comfortable being themselves. We also want everyone to feel that their voices matter, that all cultures are respected, and that perspectives, as diverse as they are, are not only welcome, but essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity, regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation or any other distinguishing aspect.
At Rio Tinto, we welcome and encourage applications from women, older workers, persons with disabilities and representatives from diverse backgrounds.
Everyone is different, and we believe that these differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences, and perspectives within our team enhances the way we work and our ability to succeed together.
Role Purpose
The Specialist Mine Inspector is responsible for conducting daily mine inspections to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient mining operations. The role focuses on maintaining high standards of pit safety, operational compliance, hazard identification, and workforce capability development. The Specialist Mine Inspector provides technical oversight and mentoring to national personnel, ensuring mine operations are conducted in accordance with statutory requirements, company standards, and industry best practices.
This will be a 4 2 International FIFO role back to home base.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive daily inspections of active mining areas, haul roads, waste dumps, pit walls, benches, stockpiles, and associated mining infrastructure.
- Verify compliance with statutory regulations, site safety management systems, and operational standards.
- Assess ground conditions, pit stability, traffic management, and operational controls to ensure safe mine operation.
- Monitor mining activities and identify unsafe conditions, practices, or deviations from approved procedures.
- Ensure corrective actions are implemented and verified in a timely manner.
- Complete detailed daily mine inspection reports
- Escalate critical safety risks and operational issues to site leadership.
- Participate in incident investigations and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate inspection records and statutory documentation.
- Train, mentor, and develop national team members in
- Pit inspection standards
- Open pit mining best practices
- Safe mine operation principles
- Hazard identification and risk management
- Statutory compliance requirements
- Safety leadership and reporting standards
- Conduct field-based coaching and competency assessments.
- Support the development of local inspection capability and succession planning.
- Promote and demonstrate a strong safety culture across all mining activities.
- Lead by example in the application of safe work practices and risk management.
- Conduct workplace safety interactions and engage personnel in proactive hazard identification.
- Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, Environment, and Community (HSEC) requirements.
- Provide independent oversight of daily mining operations.
- Review mining activities against approved plans and operating procedures.
- Support operational teams by identifying opportunities to improve safety, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
- Liaise with mine management, supervisors, geotechnical personnel, and contractors to address inspection findings.
- Completion of daily mine inspection activities.
- Timely close-out of identified hazards and corrective actions.
- Compliance with statutory and company safety standards.
- Quality and accuracy of inspection reports.
- Reduction in repeat hazards and safety incidents.
- Development and competency improvement of national team members.
- Positive audit and regulatory inspection outcomes.
Qualifications & Experience
- Current Quarry Manager Certificate of Competency or Open Cut Examiner Certification (or equivalent statutory qualification).
- Minimum 10 years' experience in open pit mining operations, mine inspection, mine supervision, or statutory compliance roles.
- Strong knowledge of open pit mining methods, pit safety standards, and mine operational practices.
- Demonstrated experience conducting mine inspections and hazard assessments.
- Proven ability to train, mentor, and develop operational personnel.
- Sound understanding of mining legislation, risk management, and safety management systems.
- Diploma or Degree in Mining Engineering, Mining Operations, or a related discipline.
- Experience working in remote or international mining operations.
- Training and assessment qualifications would be advantageous.
- Proficiency in French (written and verbal) would be highly desirable.
What We Offer
Get recognition for your contributions, your ability to think, your hard work, and the satisfaction of knowing that you have helped the world move forward.
- Work environment where safety is always the top priority
- Competitive base salary based on your skills and experience
- Annual cash incentives for eligible employees
- Career development opportunities and training assistance to achieve your aspirations
- Access to family-friendly health programs, top-notch retirement and savings plans
- Wellness benefits
- Rio Tinto's generous employee stock ownership plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- One-on-one wellness support (personal and professional matters) for you and your family
- Comprehensive leave policy covering all important life moments (vacation/annual, paid parental leave, etc.)
About The Simandou Project
The Simandou Iron Ore Project is located in the Republic of Guinea, West Africa. It is Africa’s largest infrastructure and mining project and represents one of the largest known reserves of high-grade iron ore in the world.
Rio Tinto holds rights to Simandou Blocks 3 and 4 through SimFer, a joint venture between the Government of the Republic of Guinea, Rio Tinto and Chalco Iron Ore Holdings (CIOH). Construction of the mine, together with the associated rail and port infrastructure, is well underway with first production from the SimFer mine expected in 2025.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a global leader in the mining and materials companies. We are established in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and the prosperity of people, communities, and nations. We have been in business for 150 years, drawing on knowledge accumulated over generations and on different continents. Our mission – to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs – guides us in our quest for innovation and continuous improvement, with the goal of making products that are low in emissions and meet the right environmental, social and governance standards. But because we can't do it alone, we focus on creating partnerships that allow us to solve problems, create mutually beneficial situations and seize opportunities.
