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Senior Advisor Inland WatersExciting and unique opportunity working within a technical Environmental team focused on improving Environmental and Approval outcomes in the mining sectorFoster a culture of continuous improvement within Inland Waters by driving innovation, engaging stakeholders, and promoting effective collaboration across multiple disciplinesPermanent opportunity, working Monday Friday at our Perth head office in Central Park, with adhoc travel to the PilbaraAbout the roleWe are looking for an experienced Senior Advisor Inland Waters to join our Ecology team in Perth. In this role, you will lead a multidisciplinary program of work for Inland Waters to support Environmental Approvals.Reporting to the Principal Ecology, in the Pilbara Environmental and Cultural Knowledge team , you will:Facilitate and coordinate technical studies led by subject matter experts to the Inland Waters Guidance for Environmental ApprovalsConsolidate multiple lines of evidence and provide risk-based advice to enable resource accessLead and provide support on strategic regional projectsto supportlong term mine plansBuild strong relationships through regular consultation with internal stakeholders and external experts and regulatorsUse data-driven insights to provide advice and recommendations to enable resource accessPromote innovation and the use of technology to continuously improve the provision of technical and strategic adviceAdvise on State and Federal policy and legislative requirements in the implementation and interpretation of the Inland Waters Guidance and other related factorsCollaborate closely and be a conduit with other functions and stakeholders in the performance of dutiesWhat youll bringTo be successfully considered for this role, you will have:A tertiary degree in ecology, hydrology, hydrogeology or environmental related disciplineExtensive experience in an environmental or water related role within the resources industry or similarIn depth knowledge and understanding of State and Federal environmental legislationKnowledge of environmental management relevant to inland watersEffective project management, prioritsation, scheduling and coordination skillsStrong written, interpersonal and communications skillsA strong understanding of Microsoft software applicationsExperience utilising GIS software (desirable)What we offerBe recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing youve helped provide the materials the world needs to progressA work environment where safety is always the number one priorityA permanent position working directly for Rio TintoFull relocation provided to Western Australia from elsewhere in AustraliaA competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive bonusComprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate familyAttractive share ownership planCompany provided insurance coverExtensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging optionsCareer development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitionsOngoing access tofamily-friendly health and medical wellbeingsupportLeave for all of lifes 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 themExclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and moreWhere youll be workingThis role is based in Perth, at our head office in Central Park, working Monday Friday. There will be the opportunity for some Pilbara site travel from time to time, however this will be done on an ad-hoc basis.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 worlds leading producers and exporters of iron ore.Who we areRio 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 cant do it on our own, so were focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.Advertising closes for this role on 26 June 2025 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date)About Rio TintoRio 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 cant do it on our own, so were focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.Every Voice MattersAt 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr