Project Hydrogeologist

2 weeks ago


Perth, Australia Rio Tinto Full time

**Project Hydrogeologist**
- ** NEW unique Perth based Hydrogeologist role within the world’s largest dedicated team of water professionals.**:

- ** Opportunity to work across multiple RTIO Mining Operations (brownfields), Studies (greenfields), and Technical Field Investigations.**:

- ** Enjoy flexible working options to achieve your desired “work-life” balance where you can choose to work a mix of office / home days, flexible hours, and opportunities to undertake ad-hoc site visits.**:
**Where we’re all welcome**

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.

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 role**

Our Resource Development division provides support to and sustains our Pilbara iron ore operations through the delivery of orebody knowledge that ensures resources are developed in time, future value opportunities are identified and developed, and that tenure remains secure. The Water Resource Evaluation team is responsible for providing the technical advice and direction necessary to mitigate the 5 to 10 years plan water-related risks across our Pilbara operations, from concept to feasibility studies, implementation, and closure.

A unique new opportunity now exists for a suitably qualified and experienced **Hydrogeologist **to join our **Water Resource Evaluation (WRE) Department.** You will be a central member to our Hydrogeology Team. While working together to achieve common goals is at our forefront, looking out for each other is the priority You’ll be supported and mentored by an incredible leadership team who understand that there’s more to life than work so we’re offering flexible working options, to suit your needs (i.e. working from home / RTIO Central Park office, flexible days / hours etc) to help you spend more time on the things that are important to you - whatever that may be.

Working a Perth based 5 days on, 2 off roster, you will:

- Support the delivery of the 10 years water management plan by risk-assessing the impact of changes to mine plans on groundwater management strategies;
- Develop and test hydrogeological conceptualisations in greenfields and brownfields settings to support mine dewatering, water supply and environmental impact assessments and input into multi discipline teams for delivery of ore body knowledge;
- Plan, implement, track and report on field/drilling work programmes;
- Provide technical and safety oversight of hydrogeological field programmes;
- Analyse hydrogeological data, provide conceptual input to models and process;
- Write and provide input into technical reports;
- Compile compliance reporting;
- Provide technical and safety oversight of hydrogeological field programmes; and
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders including our contract drilling partners.

**What you’ll bring**
- A minimum bachelor’s degree in a relevant Hydrogeology or Geosciences field;
- Be highly attuned to issues of hydrogeological data capture, quality control and information workflow;
- Previous experience in Consulting and/or Operational Mining environments will be considered favourably;
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a dynamic team environment;
- Commitment to health and safety, and promoting a positive team behaviour / supportive culture;
- Unrestricted ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence.

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.

We are committed to promoting diversity within Rio Tinto and as a special measure to we strongly encourage women to apply.

**What we offer**
- Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.
- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
- A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
- Full relocation provided to Western Australia from elsewhere in Australia
- A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive bonus
- Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
- Attractive share ownership plan
- Company provided insurance cover
- Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options
- Career development & education assistance to further your technica



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