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We encourage women and Indigenous Peoples to apply, as we advance our business to more accurately reflect the world around us.Permanent employment with a huge range of additional benefitsJoin our global leading business offering outstanding personal development & global career opportunitiesFIFO from Perth or Residential DampierWhere were all welcomeWe 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 who we are.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 acknowledge that all people are different and believe that our differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together.About the roleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Superintendent Ballast Cleaning to join our team in the Pilbara, Western Australia. The successful candidate will lead and manage the Ballast Cleaning program, delivering 70km of ballast cleaning on the Rio Tinto rail network each year.The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of Ballast Cleaning our extensive rail network. Your demonstrated ability to engage, connect and positively influence key stakeholders at all organisational levels will play a critical part to the effectiveness in this role.Leading on the frontline is one of the most important jobs in our business and comes with a huge amount of responsibility. We need you to motivate, inspire and keep your people safe and well. With signature leadership training programmes, growing, and developing is more than an opportunity it is something we actively plan and make happen. Every day our leaders grow, while our rosters are designed to help you live the lifestyle that is right for you and your family.Reporting to the Manager of Rail Network Renewals, and working within a dynamic environment your key accountabilities of the role include, but are not limited to:Oversee the ballast cleaning program on the rail network, ensuring efficient operation to maximise the track cleaned.Oversee maintenance of the RM900 ballast cleaner and materials handing wagons to deliver reliable operation.Leading a highly skilled team of 12 direct reports and 150 contractors to ensure efficient and effective operation and maintenance of the ballast cleaner.Maintain an effective and accountable relationship with our contract delivery partners to safely and efficiently deliver the ballast cleaning program.Support management of the Capital budgets for the ballast cleaning program, ensuring cost-effective solutions without compromising safety or quality.Implement and maintain effective safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all team members.Coaching and developing the team to build individuals capabilities and competence.Demonstrate our Rio Tinto values of Care, Courage, and Curiosity.What youll bringStrong understanding of rail maintenance practices, including ballast cleaning and track maintenance techniques.Proven ability to manage large operational and maintenance teams.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.Demonstrated commitment to safety and the proven ability to promote a strong improvement culture.Experienced in fixed plant or mobile equipment maintenance and asset management practices, with prior experience in leadership roles at Supervisor or Superintendent level.Confident in effectively leading, mentoring, and coaching team members as well as interfacing with senior leaders, with a desire to build and lead engaged teams.Flexibility to be able to work remotely as required.A current Australian drivers license.If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn''t align 100%, we still want to hear from you.What we offerBe recognised for your contribution, youre 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 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 to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing supportLeave 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 more.We are committed to elevating Indigenous voices and increasing cultural knowledge in our business. Diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together. To help you on your journey with us, youll also have access to:Specialist Indigenous Support Advisors are always there for our Indigenous employees and available to support through any aspect of your employment.Dedicated Indigenous Talent Programme for our Operators and Tradespersons and entry level operational roles. This programme is designed to create long term sustainable careers for our Indigenous Employees to grow into leadership or technical pathways to ensure you have every opportunity to grow your career.Indigenous leadership programmes across some professional and operational roles to ensure that we are developing Indigenous Leaders.Where youll be workingOur privately owned and operated rail network is an essential part of our integrated production process and services our 15 mines across the Pilbara via 2,000km of track. With depots located at Tom Price, Cape Lambert and Dampier (7 Mile), each train comprises three locomotives and 240 ore cars stretching to approximately 2.7 kilometres in length with over 40 trains operating per day. We are also applying and adapting technology to improve safety and productivity across our rail network.Applications close on Monday 2nd February 2026 (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 winwin situations and meet opportunities.Respect and InclusionAt 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.R47081 #J-18808-Ljbffr