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Process Leader


Company : Rio Tinto


Location : Gladstone, Queensland


Created : 2025-08-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Process Leader role at Rio Tinto4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Process Leader role at Rio TintoGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Opportunity to support one of Australias largest aluminium smelters Boyne SmelterThe perfect balance, our rosters give you more time for the things that are important in your life and to your family and community.Permanent employment which includes attractive salary, annual bonuses and a huge range of additional benefits which are designed to make your life better.Our friendly teams look after each other because your safety and wellbeing are always our priorityProcess Leader | BSLOpportunity to support one of Australias largest aluminium smelters Boyne SmelterThe perfect balance, our rosters give you more time for the things that are important in your life and to your family and community.Permanent employment which includes attractive salary, annual bonuses and a huge range of additional benefits which are designed to make your life better.Our friendly teams look after each other because your safety and wellbeing are always our priorityAbout The RoleAs the Process Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the activities of a single shift or a segment within the processing operations, spanning across all shifts or multiple areas.Working the Lifestyle Roster, this is a great opportunity for someone that is looking to take that next step and advance their career as a Leader.Working in a challenging and exciting environment, key activities will includeResponsible for overseeing Process employees and organizing equipment deployment to fulfill processing and safety standards within the designated area.Coordinates and supervises daily processing activities to ensure smooth operations.Sets priorities for the team to achieve task completion and coordinates work activities with other supervisors and departments.Addresses issues using established practices and precedents; decisions are influenced by policies, procedures, and the business plan.Facilitating Lean and management system activities within the team or designated area.About YouTo thrive in this role, you should bringA demonstrated commitment to the safety of yourself and your teamExperience leading a team in an industrial or similar environment with a process focus (desirable)A passion for developing, training, coaching and motivating your people and enabling their successTertiary degree or Trade/Technical diploma in a relevant discipline would be considered an asset and a valid driver''s licenseEffective communication and organizational skillsProficiency in Microsoft SuiteSound risk management skills and ability to make decisions based on riskWhat We OfferBe recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing youve helped the world progress.Full domestic relocation provided to GladstoneBe recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing youve helped the world progress.A work environment where safety is always the number one priorityA permanent position working directly for Rio TintoA competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive programComprehensive 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 workingRio Tinto is a global leader in aluminium, one of the worlds most widely used metals.Active in the sector for more than 110 years, today we operate large-scale, high-quality bauxite mines and alumina refineries, and have the worlds most modern and competitive aluminium smelter portfolio.Boyne Smelters Limited is Australias second largest aluminium smelter with a 1,000-person strong workforce. Located approximately 20km south east of Gladstone at Boyne Island on the Central Queensland coast, BSL produces around 500,000 tonnes of aluminium per annum.Activities at BSL include manufacturing carbon anodes in the carbon plant, aluminium production (smelting) in reduction lines, and casting of molten material into aluminium products ready to ship. The smelter is connected via a conveyor belt to the Queensland Alumina Limited refinery for the supply of alumina.BSL is committed to protecting the environment and ensuring safe work practices where people feel safe at work and care for each other.#gtsAbout 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.Seniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesMining and Oil and GasReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rio Tinto by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Process Specialist roles.Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr