Job Overview & Organization Mission

Ensure the safety and stability of massive open-pit mine walls using real-time radar monitoring, kinematic analysis, and numerical modeling at Rio Tinto.

Rio Tinto is hiring a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our Iron Ore Technical Services division in Perth. Supporting our world-class Pilbara open-pit iron ore operations, you will conduct slope stability analyses, design optimal batter and berm configurations, oversee real-time GroundProbe interferometric radar arrays, and lead ground control management plans.

As a key member of the team at Rio Tinto in Perth, WA, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Perform limit: Perform limit equilibrium and finite element slope stability modeling using Rocscience software suites (Slide2, Slide3, RS2).
• Monitor and: Monitor and interpret real-time geotechnical radar data (GroundProbe, IBIS), piezometers, and prism displacement arrays.
• Formulate and: Formulate and audit Ground Control Management Plans (GCMP) ensuring compliance with WA Department of Mines regulations.
• Conduct structural: Conduct structural geological mapping and assess discontinuity sets, fault shear zones, and rock mass ratings (RMR/GSI).
• Provide technical: Provide technical mentoring to operational geotechnical engineers and site geologists.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Rio Tinto, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering or Civil/Mining Engineering (MSc/PhD regarded).
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 5+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• 5+ years of practical geotechnical engineering experience in large open-pit mining environments.
• Strong competency in rock mechanics, limit equilibrium modeling, and numerical slope stability analysis.
• Experience operating and interpreting real-time slope stability radar telemetry.
• Relevant degree in Geotechnical, Geological, or Mining Engineering with eligibility for AusIMM / Engineers Australia accreditation.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Rio Tinto, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$165,000 – AU$195,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Remuneration $165,000 – $195,000 + performance incentives + superannuation.
• Modern Central Park Perth tower office with flexible travel and site rotation options.
• Generous employee share schemes, comprehensive private healthcare, and continuous technical training.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto produces essential materials including iron ore, aluminum, copper, and critical minerals operating across 35 countries.

Rio Tinto is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Rio Tinto careers gateway.