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Engineer Process


Company : Rio Tinto Limited


Location : Gladstone, Queensland


Created : 2025-11-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

OverviewLead the vital daily technical support function to drive excellence in production. Be at the centre of action play a key role in the control room, the engine room of our Yarwun Refinery. Drive innovation and efficiency contribute to continuous improvement through strategic thinking and problem-solving. Grow with us take on exciting challenge with real opportunity for development and career progression.Process Engineer (Shift) - YarwunResponsibilitiesLead the vital daily technical support function to drive excellence in production.Be at the centre of action play a key role in the control room, the engine room of our Yarwun RefineryDrive innovation and efficiency contribute to continuous improvement through strategic thinking and problem-solvingGrow with us take on exciting challenge with real opportunity for development and career progressionAbout The RoleFinding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. We need you to motivate, inspire and keep your people safe and well. Every day our leaders grow, while our rosters are designed to help you live the lifestyle that suits you and your family.Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for people? Are you looking for a new challenge where you can bring fresh ideas and perspectives? This could be the role for you.Were seeking a Process Engineer (Shift) to join our technical department, working alongside some of the best refinery experts in the industry. This is a great opportunity for someone with a technical background whos ready to contribute to our daily operations and grow their impact.Reporting to the Superintendent Production Planning, you will be working 12 hours Day Shifts on 4 days ON, 5 days OFF, 5 days ON, 4 days OFF. Your role and responsibilities will include:Responsibilities (continued)Optimising process parameters to ensure efficient unit operations across the refineryPrioritising and coordinating activities to resolve production bottlenecksAnalysing and improving gas consumption to deliver measurable financial outcomesUpdating and refining control room procedures to enhance product quality and productionCollaborating with stakeholders to achieve safe, stable and sustainable production outcomesWhat Youll BringA commitment to the safety of yourself and your teamA passion for improvement and innovationThe ability to be effective in a production/operations environmentDemonstrated experience in heavy industry such as manufacturing/processing - Bayer Refinery (Alumina) industry experience would be advantageous but not essentialA technical background would be highly advantageousDegree Qualification in Chemical/Process Engineering or similarWhat We OfferBe recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing youve helped the world progress.A 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 familyA work environment where safety is always the number one priorityAttractive share ownership planCompany provided insurance coverCareer development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitionsLeave for all of lifes reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more)Where youll be workingWith production beginning in 2004 at our Yarwun alumina refinery, located approximately 10 kilometres north-west of Gladstone in Central Queensland, today the operation produces more than three million tonnes of alumina per year. Around 700 people support the operation, with an additional 350 contractors on site each year as part of scheduled maintenance shutdown activities.Thanks to its Industry 4.0 focus, Yarwun is also a leader in trialing new technologies to improve operations on site, including 3D printing, robotics and drones in confined spaces, and is home to Rio Tintos innovative Queensland Research and Development Centre (QRDC).Along with Boyne Smelters Limited and Queensland Alumina Limited, our Yarwun Operation supports the local community in a wide range of initiatives through Here for Gladstone.#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. 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. We are focused on creating partnerships to solve problems and meet opportunities.Every Voice MattersWe 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 levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesMining and Oil and GasReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rio Tinto by 2xGet notified about new Process Engineer jobs in Gladstone, Queensland, Australia.Gladstone, Queensland, Australia 5 days agoGladstone, Queensland, Australia 4 weeks agoGladstone, Queensland, Australia 2 days agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr