Strategic Communications Lead

3 weeks ago


Gladstone Central, Queensland, Australia RioTinto Full time

About the Role

The position of Senior Communications Advisor, Communications is a key role within the Rio Tinto organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading communication activities for Rio Tinto in Gladstone with a focus on local operations – Boyne Smelter and Yarwun refinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with site leaders and employees, as well as Rio Tinto's corporate functions, to provide high-quality communication aligned with Rio Tinto's global communication framework.

• Work with the central Brisbane team and Gladstone Communication Advisor to develop and execute internal and external communication plans for BSL, Yarwun, and Gladstone as a whole.

• Measure, learn from, and regularly report on the effectiveness of communication, with a particular focus on improving information flow to and from the front line.

• Diagnose, manage, and escalate issues in line with Rio Tinto's protocols.

• Contribute to the execution of Rio Tinto's broader internal and external communications.

Critical Experience

• At least 10 years' experience in a communications role, preferably in the mining or manufacturing industry.

• A bachelor's degree in communications or a related discipline/field such as journalism, public relations, or marketing.

• Strategic communications mindset.

• Video production experience – preferably in a mining or 'high-vis' environment.

• Strong writing and editing skills.

• Demonstrated creativity, initiative, and curiosity.

About Rio Tinto

Rio 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.



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